2007 Audi Q7 vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Honda Element 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2008 Honda Element. 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 2008 Honda Element. 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 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 2008 Honda Element | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | Q7 | Element |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
