2010 Audi Q7 vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 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. Both 2010 Audi Q7 and 2011 Audi R8 are equipped with a 4,200 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2010 Audi Q7. (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi Q7.
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, 2010 Audi Q7 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi R8. 2010 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2011 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2011 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Audi Q7 | 2011 Audi R8 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | Q7 | R8 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5088 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1737 mm | 1245 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3002 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |