2005 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Audi Q7
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,132 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2005 Audi A8. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2005 Audi A8. 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (760 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A8. (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A8 | 2009 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A8 | Q7 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 4132 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 760 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |