1995 Ford Contour vs. 2010 Audi Q5
To start off, 2010 Audi Q5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Contour would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q5 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1995 Ford Contour. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Contour.
Because 2010 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Contour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Contour | 2010 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Contour | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2807 mm |
