2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1999 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Solara 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 189 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Solara. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1999 Toyota Solara. 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 1999 Toyota Solara. 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 (760 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 561 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Solara. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Solara. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Solara has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Solara 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 | 1999 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Q7 | Solara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4133 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2680 mm |
