2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2009 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Azera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (345 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Azera. (234 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Azera.
Because 2008 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Azera. 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Azera. (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Azera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 2009 Hyundai Azera | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | Q7 | Azera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |
