2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2006 Honda Element

To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Element would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2006 Honda Element. 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 2006 Honda Element. 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 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi Q7 2006 Honda Element
Make Audi Honda
Model Q7 Element
Year Released 2009 2006
Body Type SUV Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3598 cc 2360 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 276 HP 156 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 360 Nm 217 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 12.0:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2205 kg 1990 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4310 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.9 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 60 L