2010 Audi Q7 vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q7 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q7. (333 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi Q7 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2011 Audi Q7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, both vehicles can yield 440 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Audi Q7 | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | Q7 | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2460 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5088 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1737 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3002 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |
