2012 Audi Q7 vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Astra would be higher. At 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Astra. 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 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 800 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi Q7 | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | Q7 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5394 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5088 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1737 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3002 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 52 L |
