2005 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2010 Audi Q5
To start off, 2010 Audi Q5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2010 Audi Q5. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi Q5.
Because 2010 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda RX-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (222 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda RX-8 | 2010 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | RX-8 | Q5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1311 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
