2009 Audi Q5 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit

To start off, both 2009 Audi Q5 and 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q5 (236 HP) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q5 weights approximately 573 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit. 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 Volkswagen Rabbit. 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 (450 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit. (240 Nm). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi Q5 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit
Make Audi Volkswagen
Model Q5 Rabbit
Year Released 2009 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2967 cc 2480 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 236 HP 170 HP
Torque 450 Nm 240 Nm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1820 kg 1247 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4220 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.5 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 55 L


 

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