2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (494 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1355 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 will offer significantly more control. 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 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 845 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q7 | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | Q7 | Avensis |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 494 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 1000 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2605 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |