2007 Volkswagen Citi 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 Volkswagen Citi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Citi would be higher. At 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q7 (493 HP) has 373 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (120 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
Because 2011 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. 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 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 838 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (162 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. 2011 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Citi has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Citi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Citi | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
| Model | Citi | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 5394 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 493 HP |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 100 L |
