2005 Audi RS6 vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q5 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Audi RS6.
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, 2005 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS6 | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | RS6 | Q5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 75 L |
