2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 723 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. 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 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (127 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. 2011 Audi Q5 has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 Volkswagen Polo | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
| Model | Polo | Q5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
