2007 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q5. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q5.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A4. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4. 2011 Audi Q5 has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A4 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:
2007 Audi A4 | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A4 | Q5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |