2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2010 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC90 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC90. (311 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 226 kg more than 2010 Volvo XC90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC90. (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q7 | 2010 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | Q7 | XC90 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4132 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 760 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 2194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4808 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |