2007 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q5. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q5.
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, both vehicles can yield 320 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Passat | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
| Model | Passat | Q5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
