2011 Audi Q5 vs. 2011 Audi S5
To start off, both 2011 Audi Q5 and 2011 Audi S5 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S5 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q5. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q5.
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, 2011 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi Q5. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi Q5. 2011 Audi S5 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. 2011 Audi S5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi Q5 | 2011 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | Q5 | S5 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
