2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2008 Audi A3
To start off, both 2008 Audi Q7 and 2008 Audi A3 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 935 kg more than 2008 Audi A3.
Because 2008 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A3. 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
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2008 Audi Q7 | 2008 Audi A3 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | Q7 | A3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1984 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 440 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |