2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2005 Lexus GX
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus GX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus GX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 Lexus GX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus GX. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus GX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2005 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Audi | Lexus |
| Model | Q7 | GX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2800 mm |
