2007 GMC Acadia vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 GMC Acadia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Acadia would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q7. (272 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q7.
Because 2011 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 GMC Acadia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi Q7 (400 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Acadia | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | GMC | Audi |
| Model | Acadia | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 100 L |
