2007 Audi Q7 vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
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 Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi Q7 (346 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 15 kg more than 2007 Audi Q7.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi Q7 | 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | Q7 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 96 L |