2000 Ariel Atom vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ariel Atom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ariel Atom 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2000 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ariel Atom.
Because 2012 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ariel Atom. 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ariel Atom. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ariel Atom | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Ariel | Audi |
Model | Atom | Q5 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2807 mm |