2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 4,132 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2010 Audi A5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A5.
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 @ 1800 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | Q7 | A5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4132 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |
