1994 Porsche 993 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 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q5. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 993 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 1994 Porsche 993. 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, 1994 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi Q5. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 993 | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Porsche | Audi |
| Model | 993 | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2807 mm |
