So how does the 2.0T in the Q7 have better performance?
Q7: HP 253, Torque 273 lb ft - has turbo lag
CX-9: HP 250, Torque 310 lb ft - virtually no turbo lag
0-60 very close, within 2/10's of a second. More importantly, CX-9 has much more low end responsiveness.
CX-9 engine better and for $10K less.
I'd take the CX-9 Signature without hesitation over the Q7 even if someone offered it to me for CX-9 price.
IMO, CX-9 is far better looking inside and out. Q7 is boring with an awkward looking grill. And I normally like Audi grills but this application doesn't work. Q7's wood looks like plastic. Cheaper leather. Cup holders you need to bend to reach.