2011 Audi Q7 vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S60 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 18 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S60. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 895 kg more than 2007 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi Q7 | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | Q7 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2525 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5088 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1737 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3002 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
