2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Audi Q7. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 155 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.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 2006 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Q7 | Express |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 5324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 117 L |
