1996 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Audi Q5
To start off, 2010 Audi Q5 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q5 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A4.
Because 2010 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Audi A4. 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A4. (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A4 | 2010 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A4 | Q5 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |