2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2009 Audi A5
To start off, both 2009 Audi Q7 and 2009 Audi A5 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 595 kg more than 2009 Audi A5. 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 A5 (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi Q7. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A5 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A5 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.
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2009 Audi Q7 | 2009 Audi A5 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | Q7 | A5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 2965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 16.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |