2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2009 Pontiac G3
To start off, both 2009 Audi Q7 and 2009 Pontiac G3 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 217 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac G3. (105 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac G3.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Pontiac G3. 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 618 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G3. (142 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G3. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2009 Pontiac G3 has manual transmission. 2009 Pontiac G3 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 Pontiac G3 | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | Q7 | G3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4133 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |
