Volvo XC90 2015 vs Audi Q7 2015
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Diesel (Volvo XC90) engines typically outperform gasoline engines in terms of fuel efficiency and low-end torque. This makes them more economical and better suited for towing or long-distance travel. However, gasoline (Audi Q7) engines mostly are lighter, quieter, and offer better acceleration and responsiveness, especially in smaller vehicles. For more information, see the article "Diesel or Petrol: Fuel Economy and Key Differences." | |||
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing chain | |
| Timing belt usually needs to be replaced more often than the chain, but it is usually significantly cheaper. Timing belt motors are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain motors. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 190 HP | 252 HP | |
| Torque: | 400 NM | 370 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.2 seconds | 6.9 seconds | |
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Audi Q7 is a more dynamic driving. Volvo XC90 engine produces 62 HP less power than Audi Q7, but torque is 30 NM more than Audi Q7. Due to the lower power, Volvo XC90 reaches 100 km/h speed 2.3 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.2 | 7.3 | |
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The Volvo XC90 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Volvo XC90 consumes 2.1 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Audi Q7, which means that by driving the Volvo XC90 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 315 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 71 litres | 85 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1360 km in combined cycle | 1160 km in combined cycle | |
| 1440 km on highway | 1300 km on highway | ||
| Volvo XC90 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 380'000 km | 330'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Volvo XC90 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 12 years | 11 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 10 other car models, including Volvo S60, Volvo V40, Volvo XC60, Volvo V60, Volvo XC40 | Installed on at least 6 other car models, including Audi A4, Audi A6, Volkswagen Touareg | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Volvo XC90 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | no | yes | |
| The Audi Q7 engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
| Volvo XC90 2015 2.0 engine: The Volvo D4204T14 is a 2.0-liter four-cylinder diesel from the VEA engine family, equipped with a twin-turbo setup and producing around 190 hp. It is a modern and efficient engine designed for good fuel economy and strong performance. When properly maintained, it can reach roughly ... More about Volvo XC90 2015 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.95 m | 5.05 m | |
| Width: | no data | 1.97 m | |
| Height: | 1.78 m | 1.74 m | |
| Seats: | 5 seats | 7 seats | |
| Trunk capacity: | 615 litres | 770 litres | |
| Trunk capacity with 7 seats: | 250 litres | 770 litres | |
| Trunk capacity with 5 seats: | 615 litres | no data | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1886 litres | 1955 litres | |
| In 7-seat version Audi Q7 has more luggage space (by 520 litres). The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Audi Q7 (by 69 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | no data | 12.4 meters | |
| Gross weight (kg): | no data | 2`680 | |
| Safety: | |||
| Volvo XC90 scores higher in safety tests. The Volvo XC90 scores significantly higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | no data | above average | |
| Average price (€): | 22 400 | 34 200 | |
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