2007 Audi Q7 vs. 2000 Audi A8
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 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 154 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 730 kg more than 2000 Audi A8. 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 2000 Audi A8. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 2000 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | Q7 | A8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3020 mm |
