2005 Acura MDX vs. 2007 Audi Q7
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2005 Acura MDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Audi Q7 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 2007 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | MDX | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3464 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |
