Model Year | 2018 | 2008 | |
Model | Audi Q7 | Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Engine | supercharged 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 333 hp@5500 325 lb-ft@2900 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 242 hp@6000 226 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 117.9 in | 106.3 in | 11.6 in |
Length | 199.6 in | 184.1 in | 15.5 in |
Width | 77.5 in | 74.4 in | 3.1 in |
Height | 68.5 in | 67.9 in | 0.6 in |
Curb Weight | 4938 lb. | 4022 lb. | 916 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 19.8 gal. | 2.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 40.2 in | -1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.5 in | 59.5 in | 0 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.8 in | -55.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 42.6 in | -0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 39.6 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.5 in | 58.6 in | -0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.0 in | -55 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 36.8 in | 2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.9 in | 34.8 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 49.4 in | 53.9 in | -4.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 44.6 in | -44.6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 29.2 in | 31.3 in | -2.1 in |
Total Legroom | 109.7 in (over 3 rows) | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | -1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.8 ft3 | 10.0 ft3 | 4.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 37.5 ft3 | 34.2 ft3 | 3.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 71.6 ft3 | 78.2 ft3 | -6.6 ft3 |
2018 Audi Q7 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Now that the Audi Q7's price and styling have been given their due, my other "why nots" are much less clear cut. You sit SUV-high in the new Audi Q7, even higher (if memory serves) than in the Volvo, and certainly higher than in the relatively car-like Acura. While the commanding view over traffic will appeal to many drivers, they're less likely to enjoy the Q7's high floor. The step up won't be an easy one for shorter or older drivers. They'll want running boards. For such a beamy vehicle, with about two inches more shoulder room than in the far-from-narrow Volvo XC90, the Audi Q7 has unexpectedly little stretch out room in the front seats. The culprit: an unusually high and wide center console. The XC90, with a much narrower and lower console, feels roomier--but not as sporty. see full Audi Q7 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Audi Q7.
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 148hp 2.2L I4 Diesel 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
It has leather seats with electric adjustment, so I can get a good seating position. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 2.7L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Space is very good see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 242-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
It is fantastic. You can ride for hundreds of miles a day and not get sore at all. My bad back loves it. Hyundai should start making home furniture. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 242-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Cushions are slightly too short. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |