2011 Audi Q7 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 2 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 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 91 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (134 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1118 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. 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 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. 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 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (201 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi Q7 | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Q7 | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2525 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5088 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1737 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3002 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 59 L |
