2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo 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 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (178 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 971 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. 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 2010 Volkswagen Polo. 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 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Q7 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1269 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
