2007 Audi Q7 vs. 1998 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Camry. (135 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1998 Toyota Camry. 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 1998 Toyota Camry. 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Camry. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Camry. 2007 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Camry has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Camry will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 1998 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Q7 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
