2007 Nissan Qashqai vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Qashqai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Qashqai would be higher. At 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Qashqai.
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, 2012 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 680 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. 2012 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Qashqai has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Qashqai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Qashqai | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Qashqai | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |
