2009 Audi Q5 vs. 2005 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q5 (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 610 kg more than 2009 Audi Q5.
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, 2009 Audi Q5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q5 | 2005 Audi A4 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | Q5 | A4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |