1998 Ford Ka vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Ka 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 79 more horse power than 1998 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Ka.
Because 2012 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Ka. 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, 2012 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Ka. 2012 Audi Q5 has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Ka | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Ka | Q5 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |