2009 Audi Q5 vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q5. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q5 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi Q5. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q5 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | Q5 | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 665 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2280 mm |