2007 Alpina D3 vs. 2007 Audi Q7
To start off, both 2007 Alpina D3 and 2007 Audi Q7 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina D3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Audi Q7. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina D3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 790 kg more than 2007 Alpina D3.
Because 2007 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alpina D3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Alpina D3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina D3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi Q7. 2007 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2007 Alpina D3 has manual transmission. 2007 Alpina D3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Alpina D3 | 2007 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Alpina | Audi |
Model | D3 | Q7 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |