Model Year | 2007 | 2008 | |
Model | Audi Q7 | Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Engine | 4.2L V8 OHC-4v 350 hp@6800 325 lb-ft@3500 |
6.0L V8 OHV-2v 366 hp@5500 380 lb-ft@4300 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUT | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 118.2 in | 130.0 in | -11.8 in |
Length | 200.2 in | 221.3 in | -21.1 in |
Width | 78.1 in | 79.1 in | -1 in |
Height | 68.4 in | 76.6 in | -8.2 in |
Curb Weight | 5269 lb. | 5963 lb. | -694 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 26.4 gal. | 31.0 gal. | -4.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.5 in | 41.1 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.7 in | 65.3 in | -6.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 64.4 in | -64.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.3 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 40.0 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.1 in | 65.2 in | -7.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 62.3 in | -62.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 39.1 in | -2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.4 in | 0.0 in | 35.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 48.6 in | 0.0 in | 48.6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 29.2 in | 0.0 in | 29.2 in |
Total Legroom | 107.6 in (over 3 rows) | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | 27.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.9 ft3 | 45.5 ft3 | -34.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 40.1 ft3 | 45.5 | -5.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 88.7 ft3 | 101.1 ft3 | -12.4 ft3 |
2007 Audi Q7 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 280-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The middle seat of all the SUVs we looked at, had the most room to move furthest forward or backward to allow far rear seat passengers most accommodation. see full Audi Q7 review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 280-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear seat legroom is greater than other vehicles I evaluated in this category: Acura MDX, BMW X5, Mercedes ML; seats more plush; more cargo space. see full Audi Q7 review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 350-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Great front seats for long drives. see full Audi Q7 review |
2008 Chevrolet Avalanche Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUT 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD |
The interior is basically a Tahoe and even with 5 people, the truck is comfortable. Rear AC and headphone jacks help too. see full Chevrolet Avalanche review |
2007 | 4dr SUT 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Plenty of room for 3 adults, even with a tall adult in the middle seat. see full Chevrolet Avalanche review |