2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q7 (272 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1480 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi Q7 (400 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Audi |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 100 L |
