2009 Audi Q5 vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q5. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 534 kg more than 2009 Audi Q5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi Q5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda NSX. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q5 | 1998 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | Q5 | NSX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 274 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
