1994 Porsche 993 vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 18 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 12 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q5. (270 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q5 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1994 Porsche 993.
Because 2012 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, 2012 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q5. (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q5. 2012 Audi Q5 has automatic transmission and 1994 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1994 Porsche 993 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 993 | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Porsche | Audi |
| Model | 993 | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2807 mm |
