2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2008 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,203 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (429 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
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, 2008 Audi A6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi Q7. (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2008 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | Q7 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5203 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
