2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2009 Nissan 350Z
To start off, both 2009 Audi Q7 and 2009 Nissan 350Z were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,133 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Nissan 350Z. (306 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 880 kg more than 2009 Nissan 350Z. 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 Nissan 350Z. 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 (760 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan 350Z. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan 350Z 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 | 2009 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | Q7 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4133 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 76 L |
