1997 Honda Today vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q5 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today.
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, 2012 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Today | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Today | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
