1999 Ford Tracer vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Tracer 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) has 71 more horse power than 1999 Ford Tracer. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Tracer.
Because 2012 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Tracer. 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Tracer. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Tracer. 2012 Audi Q5 has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Tracer has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Tracer 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:
| 1999 Ford Tracer | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Tracer | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1654 mm |
