2004 Honda FR-V vs. 2012 Audi Q7

To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda FR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda FR-V would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (225 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 Honda FR-V. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q7 weights approximately 830 kg more than 2004 Honda FR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda FR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda FR-V. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda FR-V.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Honda FR-V 2012 Audi Q7
Make Honda Audi
Model FR-V Q7
Year Released 2004 2012
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2204 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 139 HP 225 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3750 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 550 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1750 RPM
Drive Type Front AWD
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1695 kg 2525 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 5088 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1984 mm
Vehicle Height 1620 mm 1737 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 3002 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 100 L