1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2010 Audi Q5
To start off, 2010 Audi Q5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q5 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
Because 2010 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. 2010 Audi Q5 has automatic transmission and 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 has manual transmission. 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2010 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 145 | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1369 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 75 L |
