2001 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2010 Audi Q5
To start off, 2010 Audi Q5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Audi Q5. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi Q5.
Because 2010 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Donkervoort D8. 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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Donkervoort D8. 2010 Audi Q5 has automatic transmission and 2001 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 2001 Donkervoort D8 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:
| 2001 Donkervoort D8 | 2010 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Audi |
| Model | D8 | Q5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2807 mm |
