2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2012 Dodge Ram.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Ram. (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | Q7 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4133 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 2418 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 | 121 L |
