2007 Audi Q7 vs. 2009 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Audi Q7. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 966 kg more than 2009 Nissan Xterra.
Because 2007 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Xterra. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 2009 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | Q7 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
