2007 Honda Element vs. 2010 Audi Q7
To start off, 2010 Audi Q7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Element would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q7 (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi Q7 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2007 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Audi Q7 (360 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element. 2010 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Element has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Element will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 2010 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Element | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
