2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2007 Maserati GT
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Maserati GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Maserati GT would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GT (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 850 kg more than 2007 Maserati GT.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Maserati GT. 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 @ 1800 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Maserati GT. (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Maserati GT. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2007 Maserati GT has manual transmission. 2007 Maserati GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi Q7 | 2007 Maserati GT | |
Make | Audi | Maserati |
Model | Q7 | GT |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4132 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 760 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 88 L |