2010 Nissan Rogue 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 Nissan Rogue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan Rogue would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q5. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Rogue 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 Nissan Rogue. 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan Rogue | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Rogue | Q5 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4646 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1659 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
