1999 Suzuki Vitara vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 416 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Vitara.
With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 872 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. 2012 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1999 Suzuki Vitara has manual transmission. 1999 Suzuki Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Suzuki Vitara | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Audi |
| Model | Vitara | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 5394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 100 L |
