2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2012 Audi S5
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 is newer by 3 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Audi S5. (333 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi S5.
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 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi S5. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi S5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2012 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | Q7 | S5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
