1997 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (520 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q5. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q5.
Because 2012 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (685 Nm) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q5. (320 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Porsche 911 | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Porsche | Audi |
| Model | 911 | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 520 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 685 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2807 mm |
