2007 Audi Q7 vs. 1997 Kia Retona
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Retona would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi Q7 (346 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1997 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1997 Kia Retona. 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 Q7 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Retona. (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Retona. 2007 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1997 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 1997 Kia Retona 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 1997 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | Q7 | Retona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2370 mm |
