2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 993 weights approximately 570 kg more than 2009 Audi Q7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Porsche 993 (542 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi Q7. (361 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi Q7. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1998 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1998 Porsche 993 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | Q7 | 993 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2280 mm |
