2008 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 545 kg more than 2008 Audi A4.
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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A4 | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A4 | Q5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |