2009 Audi A8 vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (272 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q7. (225 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q7 weights approximately 585 kg more than 2009 Audi A8.
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 A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q7. (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A8 | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A8 | Q7 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3002 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |