2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q7. (272 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1094 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Audi Q7 (400 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Express | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 100 L |
