2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1993 GMC Typhoon
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 GMC Typhoon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 GMC Typhoon would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1993 GMC Typhoon.
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 (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 GMC Typhoon. (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 GMC Typhoon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 1993 GMC Typhoon | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | Q7 | Typhoon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2560 mm |
