2001 Toyota RSC vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota RSC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota RSC would be higher. At 4,164 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota RSC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Toyota RSC. (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota RSC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 459 kg more than 2001 Toyota RSC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (349 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RSC. (284 Nm). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RSC. 2011 Audi Q5 has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota RSC has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota RSC 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:
| 2001 Toyota RSC | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | RSC | Q5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1396 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2807 mm |
