2009 Audi A5 vs. 2010 Audi Q5
To start off, 2010 Audi Q5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A5 would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2010 Audi Q5. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2010 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, 2009 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi Q5. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi Q5. 2009 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 2010 Audi Q5 has manual transmission. 2010 Audi Q5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A5 | 2010 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A5 | Q5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3197 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |