2008 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 665 kg more than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Corolla. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Corolla. 2011 Audi Q5 has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Corolla 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:
| 2008 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Corolla | Q5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 211 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
