2011 Audi Q5 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 49 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. 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 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi Q5 | 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Q5 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1654 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2720 mm |
