2009 Acura TL vs. 2007 Audi Q7
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 2 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 4,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi Q7 (344 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2009 Acura TL. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura TL.
Because 2007 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi Q7 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TL. (254 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 2007 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | TL | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 344 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
