2011 Audi Q7 vs. 1998 Saturn SC
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Saturn SC would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q7 (272 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1998 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1998 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1998 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Saturn SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi Q7 (400 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi Q7 | 1998 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Audi | Saturn |
| Model | Q7 | SC |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5088 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1737 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3002 mm | 2610 mm |
