2010 Audi Q5 vs. 2000 Saturn SC
To start off, 2010 Audi Q5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn SC would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q5 (270 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2000 Saturn SC. (122 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi Q5 weights approximately 825 kg more than 2000 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Saturn SC. 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 (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn SC. (165 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Audi Q5 | 2000 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Audi | Saturn |
| Model | Q5 | SC |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1654 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2610 mm |
