2011 Audi Q7 vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart ForFour 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 (225 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1555 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour. 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 2006 Smart ForFour. 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 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Audi Q7 | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Audi | Smart |
Model | Q7 | ForFour |
Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2525 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5088 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1737 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3002 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 47 L |