2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte 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 4,132 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2011 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1182 kg more than 2011 Kia Forte. 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 Kia Forte. 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 @ 1800 RPM) has 565 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Forte. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2011 Kia Forte has manual transmission. 2011 Kia Forte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2011 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | Q7 | Forte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4132 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 52 L |
