2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (494 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1255 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 720 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Q7 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2605 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 62 L |
