2006 Audi A3 vs. 2009 Audi Q7
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A3 would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (494 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 721 kg more than 2006 Audi A3. 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 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 680 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2009 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A3 | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 5934 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 2605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
