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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (201 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. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1590 kg more than 2009 Audi Q7.
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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi Q7. (361 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi Q7.
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 | 3597 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 96 L |