2008 Audi Q7 vs. 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 610 kg more than 2008 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, 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Q7 | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 108 L |
