2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2007 Kia Carens

To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Carens would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (345 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 733 kg more than 2007 Kia Carens. 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 2007 Kia Carens. 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 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Carens. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Carens.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi Q7 2007 Kia Carens
Make Audi Kia
Model Q7 Carens
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 1991 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 345 HP 111 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 440 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 12.5:1 17.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 244 km/hour 170 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.4 seconds 13.8 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2244 kg 1511 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.6 L/100km 8.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 55 L


 

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