2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2002 Volvo S60
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2002 Volvo S60. (295 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo S60.
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 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo S60. (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2002 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | Q7 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |
