1996 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q5. (270 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 798 kg more than 1996 Porsche 911.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Porsche 911. 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, 1996 Porsche 911 (650 Nm) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi Q5. (329 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Porsche 911 | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Porsche | Audi |
| Model | 911 | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2807 mm |
