2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord 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 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2012 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 749 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord. 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 2012 Honda Accord. 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 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | Q7 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1491 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
