2009 Audi Q5 vs. 2009 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2009 Audi Q5 and 2009 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q5 (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q5 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2009 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi Q5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Opel Astra. 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q5 | 2009 Opel Astra | |
Make | Audi | Opel |
Model | Q5 | Astra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 52 L |