2009 Audi Q5 vs. 2006 Acura CSX
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Acura CSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Acura CSX would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Acura CSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q5 (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Acura CSX. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura CSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura CSX weights approximately 383 kg more than 2009 Audi Q5.
Because 2009 Audi Q5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Acura CSX. 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura CSX. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura CSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q5 | 2006 Acura CSX | |
| Make | Audi | Acura |
| Model | Q5 | CSX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
