2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2003 Buick Centieme
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Centieme. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Centieme would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Audi Q7. (345 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 446 kg more than 2003 Buick Centieme.
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, 2003 Buick Centieme (542 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi Q7. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 2003 Buick Centieme | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | Q7 | Centieme |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
