2012 Audi Q7 vs. 2009 Audi A3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A3 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 355 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A3. 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 680 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi Q7 | 2009 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | Q7 | A3 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5394 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 9.7 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 | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1737 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3002 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
