2007 Audi Q7 vs. 2007 Lexus IS
To start off, both 2007 Audi Q7 and 2007 Lexus IS were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 24 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (205 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 530 kg more than 2007 Lexus IS. 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 (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi Q7 | 2007 Lexus IS | |
Make | Audi | Lexus |
Model | Q7 | IS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |