2000 Ford Ka vs. 2010 Audi Q5
To start off, 2010 Audi Q5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Ka would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q5 (270 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi Q5 weights approximately 1015 kg more than 2000 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Ka. 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 (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ka. 2010 Audi Q5 has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Ka 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:
| 2000 Ford Ka | 2010 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Ka | Q5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |
