2011 Audi Q5 vs. 2005 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Audi A4.
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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (301 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi Q5 | 2005 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | Q5 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1654 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |
