2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2008 Audi Q7 and 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (105 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 760 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 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, 2008 Audi Q7 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2008 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | Q7 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 56 L |
