1995 Volvo 440 vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 440. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 440.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Volvo 440. 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, 2011 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 440. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Volvo 440 | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Volvo | Audi |
| Model | 440 | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 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 | 4320 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
