2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1999 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 4,132 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1999 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1999 Honda S-MX. 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (760 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 570 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q7 | 1999 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | Q7 | S-MX |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4132 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 760 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2510 mm |