2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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 (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 936 kg more than 2009 Audi Q7.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (361 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda BT-50. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2012 Mazda BT-50 has manual transmission. 2012 Mazda BT-50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi Q7 | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | Q7 | BT-50 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3597 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |