2009 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Audi Q7
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Audi Q7. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 665 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, 2008 Audi Q7 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2008 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3129 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 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 | 1540 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.5 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
