2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2003 Honda Inspire
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Inspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Inspire 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 99 more horse power than 2003 Honda Inspire. (246 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Inspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 700 kg more than 2003 Honda Inspire. 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 2003 Honda Inspire. 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Inspire. (288 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Inspire.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi Q7 | 2003 Honda Inspire | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | Q7 | Inspire |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 40 L |