2007 Audi Q7 vs. 1998 Toyota Sienna
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 Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi Q7 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Sienna. (189 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1998 Toyota Sienna. 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 Sienna. 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 (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Sienna. (279 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi Q7 | 1998 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | Q7 | Sienna |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2910 mm |