2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1069 kg more than 2012 Nissan Cube. 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 Nissan Cube. 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 (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | Q7 | Cube |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1301 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |
