2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2012 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Equus 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Equus (429 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 1123 kg more than 2009 Audi Q7. 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 Hyundai Equus. 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 Hyundai Equus (509 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi Q7. (361 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2012 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | Q7 | Equus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5159 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3045 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 77 L |
