2009 Audi Q5 vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 2,495 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q5 (208 HP) has 88 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover Defender.
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. 2009 Audi Q5 has automatic transmission and 2006 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2006 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q5 | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Audi | Land Rover |
| Model | Q5 | Defender |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 17.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 93 L |
