2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2001 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Camry. (157 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 820 kg more than 2001 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi Q7 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 2001 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Q7 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
