Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
Model | Toyota Solara | Audi Q7 | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 225 hp@5600 240 lb-ft@3600 |
4.2L V8 OHC-4v 350 hp@6800 325 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 118.2 in | -11.1 in |
Length | 192.5 in | 200.2 in | -7.7 in |
Width | 71.5 in | 78.1 in | -6.6 in |
Height | 56.1 in | 68.4 in | -12.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3440 lb. | 5269 lb. | -1829 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 26.4 gal. | -7.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.0 in | 39.5 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 58.7 in | -2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 0.0 in | 53.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 41.3 in | 0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 39.0 in | -2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 58.1 in | -4.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.8 in | 0.0 in | 50.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.4 in | 37.1 in | -1.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.4 in | -35.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.6 in | -48.6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 29.2 in | -29.2 in |
Total Legroom | 77.4 in (over 2 rows) | 107.6 in (over 3 rows) | -30.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.8 ft3 | 10.9 ft3 | 2.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.8 | 40.1 ft3 | -26.3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.8 ft3 | 88.7 ft3 | -74.9 ft3 |
2006 Toyota Solara Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 2dr Convertible 225-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
It fits two adults comfortably. see full Toyota Solara review |
2008 Audi Q7 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 280-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The middle seat of all the SUVs we looked at, had the most room to move furthest forward or backward to allow far rear seat passengers most accommodation. see full Audi Q7 review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 280-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear seat legroom is greater than other vehicles I evaluated in this category: Acura MDX, BMW X5, Mercedes ML; seats more plush; more cargo space. see full Audi Q7 review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 350-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Great front seats for long drives. see full Audi Q7 review |