2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1998 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1998 Toyota Corolla. 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 Toyota Corolla. 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 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi Q7 1998 Toyota Corolla
Make Audi Toyota
Model Q7 Corolla
Year Released 2009 1998
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2967 cc 1298 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 229 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 120 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2370 kg 1160 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 70 L