2011 Audi Q5 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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 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 107 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. 2011 Audi Q5 has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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.
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2011 Audi Q5 | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | Q5 | Jetta |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4644 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1654 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 3.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |