2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Audi Q7. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 285 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi Q7 (500 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Q7 | Express |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 2580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 117 L |
