2009 Audi Q5 vs. 2007 Audi A3
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (251 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q5. (236 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q5 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2007 Audi A3.
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 (450 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (320 Nm). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q5 | 2007 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | Q5 | A3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 251 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
