2007 Audi Q7 vs. 2006 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi Q7 (346 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. (147 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 844 kg more than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 2006 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | Q7 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |
