2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2012 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2012 Nissan Qashqai 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 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 998 kg more than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. 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 Qashqai. 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 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. (161 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan Qashqai has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan Qashqai 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2012 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | Q7 | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |
