2005 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q5. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q5.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi Q5 (320 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (287 Nm). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Accord | Q5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
