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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6.

Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A6. 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 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi Q7 2008 Audi A6
Make Audi Audi
Model Q7 A6
Year Released 2009 2008
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 3101 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 350 HP 255 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 441 Nm 331 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4920 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.7 L/100km 9.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 70 L


 

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