1994 Mazda 323 vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1994 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Audi Q5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 323 | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | 323 | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2807 mm |
