2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (494 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1250 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander. 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 2007 Toyota Highlander. 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 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 699 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Q7 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2605 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |
