2002 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Audi Q7
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Audi Q7. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2002 Audi A8.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - 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, 2002 Audi A8 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 2008 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A8 | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
