2009 Toyota Prius vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q7 (225 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Prius. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1195 kg more than 2009 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Prius. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Prius. (82 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Prius | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Prius | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 4.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
