2011 Audi Q5 vs. 2002 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2002 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 525 kg more than 2002 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Audi Q5 | 2002 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | Q5 | S-MX |
Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1654 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2510 mm |