2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Panda 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 (345 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
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 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Panda 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 | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | Q7 | Panda |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1251 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
