2012 Audi Q7 vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, both 2012 Audi Q7 and 2012 Audi R8 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (420 HP) has 195 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q7. (225 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q7.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi R8. 2012 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Audi Q7 | 2012 Audi R8 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | Q7 | R8 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 420 HP |
Torque | 550 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5088 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1737 mm | 1245 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3002 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |