2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
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 Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (245 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 444 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi Q7. (360 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Q7 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 79 L |
