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 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Azera (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Audi Q7. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 647 kg more 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 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Azera. (303 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 | 2967 cc | 3342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 303 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |
