1987 Citroen AX 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 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q5 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (85 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX.
Because 2010 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Citroen AX. 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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2010 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | AX | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2807 mm |
