2006 Audi Q7 vs. 2007 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2007 Kia Cerato is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi Q7 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cerato. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Q7 weights approximately 921 kg more than 2007 Kia Cerato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Cerato. 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, 2006 Audi Q7 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cerato. (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Q7 | 2007 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | Q7 | Cerato |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
