2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 515 kg more than 2009 Audi Q7.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi Q7 (361 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | Q7 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
