2007 Audi Q7 vs. 2012 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Maxima is newer by 5 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Audi Q7. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 599 kg more than 2012 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2007 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Maxima. 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 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Maxima. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 2012 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | Q7 | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 76 L |
