2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2001 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A4 would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (494 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2001 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 885 kg more than 2001 Audi A4. 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 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 700 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A4. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2001 Audi A4 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 | 2001 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | Q7 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2605 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
