2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1990 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,133 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1990 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1990 Toyota 4Runner. 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (760 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 567 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota 4Runner. (193 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q7 | 1990 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | Q7 | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4133 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 760 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2630 mm |