2009 Audi Q5 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q5. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 725 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi Q5. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q5 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | Q5 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 473 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 67 L |
