2009 Audi Q5 vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 3 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP) has 74 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q5. (236 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 463 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, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (525 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi Q5. (450 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q5 | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | Q5 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 310 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2283 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
