2011 Mazda 3 vs. 2010 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Audi Q5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Audi Q5 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Audi Q5. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi Q5.
Because 2010 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 3. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mazda 3 | 2010 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | 3 | Q5 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
