2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2011 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Equus 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Equus (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 187 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Equus.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Equus. 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, 2011 Hyundai Equus (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2011 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | Q7 | Equus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 2018 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5159 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3045 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 77 L |
