2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Ram. (310 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 112 kg more than 2011 Dodge Ram. 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 2011 Dodge Ram. 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 (760 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Ram. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | Q7 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4133 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 2308 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 98 L |
