2009 Audi Q5 vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q5. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Civic weights approximately 310 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 2001 Honda Civic. 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (196 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q5 | 2001 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | Q5 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
