2006 Audi A8 vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q5. (270 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q5 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2006 Audi A8.
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, 2006 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q5. (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A8 | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A8 | Q5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4134 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |