2010 BMW 128 vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 128 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q5. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q5.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 128. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 128. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 128 | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 128 | Q5 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4361 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1412 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2659 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 75 L |
