2011 Audi Q7 vs. 2013 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2013 Nissan Sentra 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 (272 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1065 kg more than 2013 Nissan Sentra. 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 Nissan Sentra. 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (174 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi Q7 | 2013 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | Q7 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5088 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1737 mm | 1496 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3002 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |
