2010 Audi Q5 vs. 1997 Ford Contour
To start off, 2010 Audi Q5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Contour would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q5 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1997 Ford Contour. (125 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Contour.
Because 2010 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Contour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Contour. 1997 Ford Contour has automatic transmission and 2010 Audi Q5 has manual transmission. 2010 Audi Q5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Ford Contour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Audi Q5 | 1997 Ford Contour | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | Q5 | Contour |
Year Released | 2010 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1654 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2710 mm |