2010 Audi Q7 vs. 2008 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi Q7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q7 (225 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1010 kg more than 2008 Audi A4. 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, 2010 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Audi Q7 | 2008 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | Q7 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2500 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5088 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1737 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3002 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 63 L |
