2007 Audi Q7 vs. 2004 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi Q7 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 825 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. 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 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. 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 (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. 2007 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2004 Vauxhall Vectra has manual transmission. 2004 Vauxhall Vectra 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 | 2004 Vauxhall Vectra | |
Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
Model | Q7 | Vectra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |