2011 Audi Q5 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 2 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 74 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Q5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Audi Q5 | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | Q5 | Equinox |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1781 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4771 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1654 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2857 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 71 L |