2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Audi Q7
To start off, 2010 Audi Q7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Audi Q7. (350 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi Q7 weights approximately 960 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2010 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi Q7 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (385 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911. 2010 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 2010 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Porsche | Audi |
| Model | 911 | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3818 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |
