2008 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (272 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q7 weights approximately 971 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2012 Audi Q7 (400 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. 2012 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Toyota Tacoma | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Toyota | Audi |
Model | Tacoma | Q7 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2694 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 3002 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 100 L |