2007 Audi Q7 vs. 2006 Audi A4
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A4 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 144 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2006 Audi A4. 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 2006 Audi A4. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 2006 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | Q7 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
