2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 4 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2008 Audi Q7. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 379 kg more than 2008 Audi Q7. 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi Q7 | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | Q7 | Range Rover |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 2584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4973 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2891 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 104 L |