2007 Audi Q7 vs. 2008 Hyundai Accent

To start off, 2008 Hyundai Accent 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 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 119 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1230 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Accent. 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 Hyundai Accent. 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 (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Accent. 2007 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai Accent has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai Accent will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi Q7 2008 Hyundai Accent
Make Audi Hyundai
Model Q7 Accent
Year Released 2007 2008
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2967 cc 1599 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 229 HP 110 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 501 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2295 kg 1065 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4050 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.5 L/100km 6.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 45 L


 

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