2007 Acura RL vs. 2009 Audi Q7
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura RL would be higher. At 4,133 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Acura RL. (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 842 kg more than 2007 Acura RL. 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 (760 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura RL | 2009 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | RL | Q7 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4133 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 760 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 2420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 100 L |