2011 Audi Q5 vs. 2010 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q7 (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi Q7 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2011 Audi Q5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Audi Q7 (360 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi Q5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Audi Q5 | 2010 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | Q5 | Q7 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 2345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1654 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 3002 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |