2009 Honda Element vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Element would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (272 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2009 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q7 weights approximately 894 kg more than 2009 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi Q7 (400 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Element | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Element | Q7 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2353 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3002 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |