2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2007 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Buick Rainier would be higher. At 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rainier (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Rainier weights approximately 620 kg more than 2009 Audi Q7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi Q7. (361 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q7 | 2007 Buick Rainier | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | Q7 | Rainier |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3597 cc | 4162 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 83 L |