2008 Audi Q7 vs. 1999 Honda Today
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Today would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1495 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Audi Q7 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today. 2008 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 1999 Honda Today | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | Q7 | Today |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1400 mm |
