1997 Vauxhall Sintra vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Vauxhall Sintra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Vauxhall Sintra would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Vauxhall Sintra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1997 Vauxhall Sintra. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Vauxhall Sintra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1997 Vauxhall Sintra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Vauxhall Sintra. 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 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Vauxhall Sintra. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Vauxhall Sintra.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Vauxhall Sintra | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Vauxhall | Audi |
Model | Sintra | Q5 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |