2007 Audi Q7 vs. 1988 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Lexcen. (171 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Lexcen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 910 kg more than 1988 Toyota Lexcen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Toyota Lexcen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi Q7 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Lexcen. (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Lexcen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 1988 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Q7 | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2740 mm |
