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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (268 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
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 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (287 Nm @ 4400 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 | 4163 cc | 3311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |