2007 Audi Q7 vs. 2008 Lexus LS
To start off, 2008 Lexus LS 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 4,969 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus LS (389 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2007 Audi Q7. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus LS weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 Audi Q7. 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, 2008 Lexus LS (520 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi Q7. (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 2008 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Audi | Lexus |
| Model | Q7 | LS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 6.3 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 | 2345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 84 L |
