2006 Audi Q7 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2006 Audi Q7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Monaro would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Audi Q7. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Q7 weights approximately 589 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Monaro.
Because 2006 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Vauxhall Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi Q7. 2006 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2003 Vauxhall Monaro has manual transmission. 2003 Vauxhall Monaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Audi Q7 | 2003 Vauxhall Monaro | |
Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
Model | Q7 | Monaro |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3597 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2800 mm |