2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2009 Audi A8
To start off, both 2009 Audi Q7 and 2009 Audi A8 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 287 more horse power than 2009 Audi A8. (207 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 915 kg more than 2009 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A8. 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 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 720 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A8. (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A8.
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2009 Audi Q7 | 2009 Audi A8 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | Q7 | A8 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 2772 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 494 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 1000 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 82.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2605 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |