2006 Chrysler Neon vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chrysler Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler Neon 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 80 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Neon. (131 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2006 Chrysler Neon. 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 2006 Chrysler Neon. 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Neon. (178 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Neon | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Audi |
| Model | Neon | Q5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |
