2011 Audi Q5 vs. 2005 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 406 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 103 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 406. (108 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 535 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 406. 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 2005 Peugeot 406. 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 406. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi Q5 | 2005 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | Q5 | 406 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1654 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
