1999 Mazda Demio vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda Demio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda Demio would be higher. At 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1999 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda Demio.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mazda Demio. 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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda Demio. 2011 Audi Q5 has automatic transmission and 1999 Mazda Demio has manual transmission. 1999 Mazda Demio 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:
| 1999 Mazda Demio | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | Demio | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2807 mm |
