2007 Audi A4 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 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (201 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 630 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. 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, 2007 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2009 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A4 | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
