2009 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Audi Q7
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (430 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2007 Audi Q7. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
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, 2009 Audi A6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2007 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
