2012 Audi Q7 vs. 1999 Kia Clarus
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Clarus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Clarus would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1999 Kia Clarus. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Clarus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1999 Kia Clarus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Kia Clarus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi Q7 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Clarus. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Clarus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi Q7 | 1999 Kia Clarus | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | Q7 | Clarus |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5088 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1737 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3002 mm | 2670 mm |
