2004 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Audi Q7
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (441 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (350 Nm). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2009 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
