1998 Opel Astra vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Astra would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (270 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1998 Opel Astra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1998 Opel Astra. 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 1998 Opel Astra. 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 (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Astra. 2011 Audi Q5 has automatic transmission and 1998 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 1998 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Astra | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Opel | Audi |
| Model | Astra | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2807 mm |
