2009 Audi Q5 vs. 2003 Buick Centieme
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Centieme. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Centieme would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Centieme is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q5. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 864 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.
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, 2003 Buick Centieme (542 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi Q5. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q5 | 2003 Buick Centieme | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | Q5 | Centieme |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
