2006 Audi Q7 vs. 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost
To start off, 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost is newer by 4 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 6,600 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost (563 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2006 Audi Q7. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost weights approximately 226 kg more than 2006 Audi Q7. 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 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost. 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, 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost (779 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Q7 | 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost | |
| Make | Audi | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Q7 | Ghost |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 779 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3294 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 83 L |
