1990 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Firebird (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q5.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 1990 Pontiac Firebird (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi Q5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Pontiac Firebird | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Pontiac | Audi |
Model | Firebird | Q5 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |