2011 Audi Q5 vs. 2002 Chevrolet Prizm
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Prizm. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Prizm would be higher. At 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Prizm. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Prizm.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chevrolet Prizm. 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Prizm. 2002 Chevrolet Prizm has automatic transmission and 2011 Audi Q5 has manual transmission. 2011 Audi Q5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Chevrolet Prizm will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi Q5 | 2002 Chevrolet Prizm | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Q5 | Prizm |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 169 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 | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1654 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2470 mm |
