1988 Peugeot 505 vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1988 Peugeot 505. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Peugeot 505.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Peugeot 505. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Peugeot 505. (144 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Peugeot 505 | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Audi |
| Model | 505 | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2807 mm |
