2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2005 Honda Accord

To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (241 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 782 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord.

Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Accord. 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 (550 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (287 Nm). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi Q7 2005 Honda Accord
Make Audi Honda
Model Q7 Accord
Year Released 2009 2005
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2967 cc 2999 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 237 HP 241 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 550 Nm 287 Nm
Engine Bore Size 83.1 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91.4 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2370 kg 1588 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 65 L