2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (201 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 685 kg more than 2005 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 2005 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 (500 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (304 Nm). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Q7 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
