2011 Audi Q5 vs. 2012 BMW 520
To start off, 2012 BMW 520 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Audi Q5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Audi Q5 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 520 (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q5. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q5.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 520. 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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 520. (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 520. 2012 BMW 520 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. 2012 BMW 520 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi Q5 | 2012 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Q5 | 520 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1654 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
