2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 147 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 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi Q7. (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | Q7 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 2517 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 98 L |
