2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2012 Maybach Landaulet
To start off, 2012 Maybach Landaulet 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Maybach Landaulet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach Landaulet (620 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2008 Audi Q7. (345 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach Landaulet should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi Q7.
Because 2008 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Maybach Landaulet. 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, 2012 Maybach Landaulet (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 559 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi Q7. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach Landaulet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 2012 Maybach Landaulet | |
| Make | Audi | Maybach |
| Model | Q7 | Landaulet |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 620 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3828 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 110 L |
