2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
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 Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2007 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 (760 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi Q7 | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | Q7 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4133 cc | 4162 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 760 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 22.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 18 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 2025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3190 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |