2011 Audi Q5 vs. 2010 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Peugeot 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Peugeot 408 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 64 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 408. (147 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 408.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Peugeot 408. 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 408. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi Q5 | 2010 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | Q5 | 408 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 200 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1654 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2710 mm |
