2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,133 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 925 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche 911. 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 (760 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | Q7 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4133 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
