2011 Audi Q5 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q5. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q5.
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, 2008 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi Q5. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi Q5. 2008 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2011 Audi Q5 has manual transmission. 2011 Audi Q5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi Q5 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | Q5 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1654 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 67 L |
