2005 Scion xA 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 Scion xA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Scion xA would be higher. At 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Scion xA. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Scion xA.

Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Scion xA. 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 @ 1750 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion xA. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Scion xA.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Scion xA 2011 Audi Q5
Make Scion Audi
Model xA Q5
Year Released 2005 2011
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1495 cc 1964 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 106 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 142 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 3920 mm 4628 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1654 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2807 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 75 L


 

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