2011 Audi Q5 vs. 2007 Acura CSX
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura CSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura CSX would be higher. Both 2011 Audi Q5 and 2007 Acura CSX are equipped with a 2,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2007 Acura CSX. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura CSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 542 kg more than 2007 Acura CSX. 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 2007 Acura CSX. 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura CSX. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura CSX. 2011 Audi Q5 has automatic transmission and 2007 Acura CSX has manual transmission. 2007 Acura CSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi Q5 | 2007 Acura CSX | |
| Make | Audi | Acura |
| Model | Q5 | CSX |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1654 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
