2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2011 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2011 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Toyota 4Runner. (270 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1225 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, 2011 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi Q7. (361 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q7 | 2011 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | Q7 | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3597 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1885 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 87 L |