2005 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi Q5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | C | Q5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |
