2011 Audi Q7 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Jetta 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 171 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1065 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Audi Q7 | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | Q7 | Jetta |
Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5088 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1737 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3002 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |