2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (550 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 1065 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.
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 Porsche Panamera (749 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi Q7. (361 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q7 | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | Q7 | Panamera |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3597 cc | 4806 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 550 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 749 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |