2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V50. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 606 kg more than 2009 Audi Q7.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi Q7 (361 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V50. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V50.
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2009 Audi Q7 | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | Q7 | V50 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3597 cc | 2433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 62 L |