2011 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 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), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2010 Audi Q7. (225 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi Q7 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2011 Audi A8.
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 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A8. (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Audi A8 | 2010 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A8 | Q7 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 372 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5136 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1948 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2992 mm | 3002 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |