2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 396 kg more than 2013 Audi A8.
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) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A8. (445 Nm). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A8.
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2009 Audi Q7 | 2013 Audi A8 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | Q7 | A8 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4132 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 367 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 760 Nm | 445 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 89.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
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 | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5267 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2111 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3122 mm |