2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche (324 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2008 Audi Q7. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 496 kg more than 2008 Audi Q7. 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 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche. 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, 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche (738 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche | |
| Make | Audi | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Q7 | Corniche |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 324 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 738 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 2736 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3070 mm |
