2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 2 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2011 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 640 kg more than 2011 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A4. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2011 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | Q7 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |
