2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (157 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q7 | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | Q7 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 87 L |