2007 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Acura ZDX

To start off, 2011 Acura ZDX is newer by 4 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura ZDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura ZDX weights approximately 390 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.

Because 2011 Acura ZDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura ZDX 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, 2011 Acura ZDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Acura ZDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4. 2011 Acura ZDX has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Acura ZDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A4 2011 Acura ZDX
Make Audi Acura
Model A4 ZDX
Year Released 2007 2011
Body Type Station Wagon Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 3700 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 366 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1610 kg 2000 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4887 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1994 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1595 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2751 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 79 L


 

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