2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 3 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 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1296 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Tundra. 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 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Tundra. (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q7 | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | Q7 | Tundra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |