2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
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 Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. Both 2009 Audi Q7 and 2008 Volkswagen Touareg are equipped with a 2,967 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 58 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi Q7. (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q7 | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | Q7 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 9.9 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 | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |