2007 Audi Q7 vs. 2005 Citroen C
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C 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) has 285 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1295 kg more than 2005 Citroen C. 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 2005 Citroen C. 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 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 2005 Citroen C | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | Q7 | C |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 54 L |
