2005 Audi A8 vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 6 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 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q7. (272 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2005 Audi A8.
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, 2005 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi Q7. (400 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A8 | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4134 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
