2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 407 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 359 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1064 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 407. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Peugeot 407. 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 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 680 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | Q7 | 407 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2605 kg | 1541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |
