2011 Audi Q5 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Epica
To start off, both 2011 Audi Q5 and 2011 Chevrolet Epica were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 63 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Epica. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Epica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Epica. 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 2011 Chevrolet Epica. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Epica. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Epica. 2011 Audi Q5 has automatic transmission and 2011 Chevrolet Epica has manual transmission. 2011 Chevrolet Epica 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 | 2011 Chevrolet Epica | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Q5 | Epica |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1654 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
