2002 Audi A3 vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A3 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 34 more horse power than 2002 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A3.
Because 2012 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Audi A3. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A3. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A3. 2012 Audi Q5 has automatic transmission and 2002 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2002 Audi A3 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.
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2002 Audi A3 | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A3 | Q5 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |