Performance, power and 0-100 km/h
2026 Audi Q5 SQ5 has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 4.7 seconds, compared with 6.0 seconds for 2024 Acura ZDX A-Spec. 2026 Audi Q5 SQ5 has the higher listed output at 362 hp; 2024 Acura ZDX A-Spec is rated at 340 hp, a difference of 22 hp. The torque figures follow 2026 Audi Q5 SQ5 at 550 Nm and 2024 Acura ZDX A-Spec at 440 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.
Range, battery, charging and efficiency
Range and energy-use figures are either not shared by both cars or not directly comparable across these powertrain types.
Dimensions, cargo space and towing
2024 Acura ZDX A-Spec provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 708 litres versus 520 litres, a difference of 188 litres. 2026 Audi Q5 SQ5 carries the higher towing rating at 2,400 kg, while 2024 Acura ZDX A-Spec is listed at 1,588 kg. 2024 Acura ZDX A-Spec is 260 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.
Price and overall assessment
2026 Audi Q5 SQ5 has the lower listed starting price at $58,600, compared with $64,500 for 2024 Acura ZDX A-Spec. 2026 Audi Q5 SQ5 leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.