2001 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q5 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
Because 2012 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Porsche 911. 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (759 Nm) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q5. (349 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q5. 2012 Audi Q5 has automatic transmission and 2001 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2001 Porsche 911 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:
| 2001 Porsche 911 | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Porsche | Audi |
| Model | 911 | Q5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3594 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2807 mm |
