2008 Audi Q7 vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Audi Q7. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 911. (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 911. 2008 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1998 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1998 Porsche 911 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 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | Q7 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 63 L |
