2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2001 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Previa 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 69 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Previa. (160 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 845 kg more than 2001 Toyota Previa. 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 2001 Toyota Previa. 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 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Previa. (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Previa. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Previa has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Previa 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.
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2009 Audi Q7 | 2001 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | Q7 | Previa |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2900 mm |