2007 Audi Q7 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 3 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 60 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. (169 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 736 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. 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 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. 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 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 2010 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Q7 | Malibu |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1559 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 61 L |
