1995 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q7 (225 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 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 Q7 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Cavalier | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 100 L |
