2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2001 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2001 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda CR-V weights approximately 570 kg more than 2009 Audi Q7.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda CR-V. 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 (361 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2001 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | Q7 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2620 mm |
