2009 Audi Q5 vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q5. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 350 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, 2009 Audi Q5 (350 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (345 Nm). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q5 | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Q5 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |
