2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2010 Audi Q7
To start off, 2010 Audi Q7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q7 (225 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1420 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 2010 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Equinox | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 100 L |
