2009 Audi Q5 vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,507 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q5 (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Camry. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Camry weights approximately 350 kg more than 2009 Audi Q5.
Because 2009 Audi Q5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi Q5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Camry. (206 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q5 | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Q5 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
