2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2004 Saturn ION
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Saturn ION. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Saturn ION 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) has 353 more horse power than 2004 Saturn ION. (141 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1357 kg more than 2004 Saturn ION. 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 2004 Saturn ION. 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) has 803 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saturn ION. (197 Nm). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2004 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Audi | Saturn |
| Model | Q7 | ION |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 141 HP |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2605 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |
