2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 4 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 4,132 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (322 HP) has 125 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 850 kg more than 2013 Audi A3. 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (760 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | Q7 | A3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4132 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2578 mm |
