2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 350 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A6. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2010 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | Q7 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2842 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
