1993 GMC Typhoon vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 GMC Typhoon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 GMC Typhoon would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1993 GMC Typhoon.
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, 1993 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi Q5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1993 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 GMC Typhoon | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | GMC | Audi |
| Model | Typhoon | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2807 mm |
