2007 Audi Q7 vs. 2001 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Sierra (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2007 Audi Q7. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2001 GMC Sierra.
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 (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Sierra. (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 2001 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | Q7 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 6270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 117 L |
