2007 Audi Q7 vs. 2002 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart Roadster 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 263 more horse power than 2002 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1355 kg more than 2002 Smart Roadster. 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 2002 Smart Roadster. 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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart Roadster. 2007 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2002 Smart Roadster has manual transmission. 2002 Smart Roadster 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.
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2007 Audi Q7 | 2002 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Audi | Smart |
Model | Q7 | Roadster |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4198 cc | 696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |