2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1997 Rover 800
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 800 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1997 Rover 800. (173 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1997 Rover 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Rover 800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 800. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 1997 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | Q7 | 800 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2780 mm |
