2006 Audi Q7 vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Audi A5. (261 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Q7 weights approximately 484 kg more than 2011 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Q7 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Q7 | 2011 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | Q7 | A5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 67 L |
