2007 Audi Q7 vs. 2007 Buick Lucerne
To start off, both 2007 Audi Q7 and 2007 Buick Lucerne were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 148 more horse power than 2007 Buick Lucerne. (198 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 745 kg more than 2007 Buick Lucerne. 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 2007 Buick Lucerne. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Lucerne. (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi Q7 | 2007 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | Q7 | Lucerne |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |