1987 Alpine V6 vs. 2010 Audi Q5
To start off, 2010 Audi Q5 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2010 Audi Q5. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi Q5.
Because 2010 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alpine V6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q5 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alpine V6. 2010 Audi Q5 has automatic transmission and 1987 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1987 Alpine V6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 2010 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | V6 | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2807 mm |
