2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2012 GMC Savana. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Savana.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 GMC Savana. 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, 2012 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi Q7. (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | Q7 | Savana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 117 L |
