2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2008 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Peugeot 407 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 194 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 407. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 407.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Peugeot 407. 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 407. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2008 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | Q7 | 407 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 66 L |
