2009 Audi Q5 vs. 1991 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q5 (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1991 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Sierra weights approximately 85 kg more than 2009 Audi Q5.
Because 2009 Audi Q5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Sierra. 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q5 | 1991 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Q5 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2620 mm |
