2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2009 Lexus GS
To start off, both 2009 Audi Q7 and 2009 Lexus GS 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 Lexus GS (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2009 Lexus GS.
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 Lexus GS (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q7 | 2009 Lexus GS | |
Make | Audi | Lexus |
Model | Q7 | GS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 71 L |