2005 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. 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 @ 1500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. 2011 Audi Q5 has automatic transmission and 2005 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2005 Jeep Wrangler 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:
| 2005 Jeep Wrangler | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Jeep | Audi |
| Model | Wrangler | Q5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
