2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, both 2008 Audi Q7 and 2008 Nissan 350Z were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (309 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Audi Q7. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 524 kg more than 2008 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2008 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan 350Z. 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 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan 350Z. (358 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan 350Z. 2008 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan 350Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | Q7 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
