2011 Audi A3 vs. 2010 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi A3 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 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 25 more horse power than 2011 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1040 kg more than 2011 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A3. 2010 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2011 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2011 Audi A3 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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2011 Audi A3 | 2010 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A3 | Q7 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1422 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 3002 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |