2008 Tata Nano vs. 2010 Audi Q5
To start off, 2010 Audi Q5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Tata Nano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Tata Nano would be higher. At 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q5 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2008 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Nano.
Because 2010 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Tata Nano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Tata Nano | 2010 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Tata | Audi |
| Model | Nano | Q5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 624 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 48 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3099 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1495 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1652 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 75 L |
