2009 Audi Q5 vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi Q5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi Q5 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q5 (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 3. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q5 weights approximately 433 kg more than 2011 Mazda 3. 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 2011 Mazda 3. 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 3. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q5 | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | Q5 | 3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
