2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2006 GMC Savana
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Savana would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (345 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 GMC Savana. (300 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 293 kg more than 2009 Audi Q7.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 GMC Savana. 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, 2006 GMC Savana (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi Q7. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2006 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | Q7 | Savana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 117 L |
