1999 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Audi Q5
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A6 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q5 (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Audi A6. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A6 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2009 Audi Q5.
Because 2009 Audi Q5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi Q5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi A6 | 2009 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A6 | Q5 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |