2011 Audi Q7 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (108 HP @ 2750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Because 2011 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. 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 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 720 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. 2011 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi Q7 | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Q7 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5394 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5088 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1737 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3002 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
