2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 Audi Q7. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 621 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2008 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Q7 | Lumina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 5667 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
