2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2006 Audi A8
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2006 Audi A8.
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, 2006 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi Q7. (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q7 | 2006 Audi A8 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | Q7 | A8 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |