2007 Audi Q7 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 4,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi Q7 (344 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 972 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. 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 Audi Q7 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (152 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Q7 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
