2007 Audi Q7 vs. 2008 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 Audi Q7. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Because 2007 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Ram. 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 2008 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | Q7 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 129 L |
