Audi S8 2006 vs Audi Q7 2009
Select specific versions of each model (by engine capacity, power, drivetrain and gearbox) for an accurate comparison
| Body: | Sedan | Crossover / SUV | |
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| Crossovers and SUVs have better off-road capabilities (higher ground clearance, can have 4x4 drive), they are preferable for driving on unpaved roads and rural areas. Also, the driver's seating position is higher in a crossover or SUVs, which provides better visibility also in city. This usually comes at the cost of higher fuel consumption, increased weight and higher maintenance costs. | |||
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
| Engines: | 5.2 (petrol) | 3.0 - 5.9 (petrol, diesel) | |
| Both cars are available with petrol engines. Audi Q7 is available also with diesel engines. Diesel engines typically offer better fuel efficiency and higher torque compared to other engine types. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 450 HP | 204 - 500 HP | |
| Torque: | 540 NM | 360 - 1000 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.1 seconds | 5.5 - 9.1 seconds | |
| In general, Audi S8 are available with more powerful and dynamic engines than Audi Q7. Select a car version for a more accurate comparison! | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 13.0 | 7.2 - 12.7 | |
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Audi S8 petrol engines consumes on average 1.5 litres more fuel per 100 km than Audi Q7. This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version! | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 120 mm (4.7 inches) | 205 - 240 mm (8.1 - 9.4 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Audi Q7 can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 5.06 m | 5.08 m | |
| Width: | 1.90 m | 1.99 m | |
| Height: | 1.42 m | 1.73 m | |
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Audi S8 is smaller. Audi S8 is 2 cm shorter than the Audi Q7, 9 cm narrower, while the height of Audi S8 is 31 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 500 litres | 775 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
no data | 2035 litres | |
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Audi Q7 has more luggage space. Audi S8 has 275 litres less trunk space than the Audi Q7. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 12 meters | 12 meters | |
| Gross weight: | ~ 2`540 kg | ~ 3`123 kg | |
| Net weight: | ~ 1`940 kg | ~ 2`336 kg | |
| Load capacity: | ~ 600 kg | ~ 787 kg | |
| Audi S8 load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 31 procentiem less than Audi Q7. Therefore, Audi Q7 is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | average | |
| Average price (€): | 12 000 | 13 200 | |
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