2007 Acura RL vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 5 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 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2007 Acura RL. (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura RL.
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, 2012 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 653 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | RL | Q7 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 1000 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3002 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 100 L |