2011 Audi Q5 vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 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. Both 2011 Audi Q5 and 2012 Suzuki SX4 are equipped with a 2,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 615 kg more than 2012 Suzuki SX4. 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 2012 Suzuki SX4. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi Q5 | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | Q5 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1654 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
