2007 Audi Q7 vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 2 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2007 Audi Q7. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 318 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.
Because 2007 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Yukon. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Yukon. (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | Q7 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 2613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 98 L |
