2006 Toyota Yaris vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Yaris 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 408 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 will offer significantly more control. 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 879 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Yaris | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Yaris | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 5394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 100 L |
