2009 Audi Q5 vs. 1990 Mazda 626
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q5 (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 626. (116 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda 626 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2009 Audi Q5.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 626. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q5 | 1990 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | Q5 | 626 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 94 mm |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |