2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (345 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (228 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 131 kg more than 2013 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (292 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Q7 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 2109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |
