2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 4 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 475 kg more than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q7 | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | Q7 | Highlander |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 73 L |