2008 Audi Q7 vs. 1996 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (345 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1996 Venturi Coupe. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1996 Venturi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 985 kg more than 1996 Venturi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Venturi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi Q7 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Venturi Coupe. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Venturi Coupe. 2008 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1996 Venturi Coupe has manual transmission. 1996 Venturi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 1996 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Audi | Venturi |
| Model | Q7 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2410 mm |
