2008 Audi RS6 vs. 2007 Audi Q7
To start off, 2008 Audi RS6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 4,175 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi RS6 (580 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 2007 Audi Q7. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi Q7.
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 RS6 (881 Nm @ 6250 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi Q7. (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi RS6 | 2007 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | RS6 | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4175 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 580 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
