2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1998 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Subaru Vivio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Subaru Vivio would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1998 Subaru Vivio. 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 1998 Subaru Vivio. 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 (361 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Vivio. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1998 Subaru Vivio has manual transmission. 1998 Subaru Vivio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 1998 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | Q7 | Vivio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2320 mm |
