1989 Ford Taurus vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Taurus 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 136 more horse power than 1989 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1989 Ford Taurus. 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 1989 Ford Taurus. 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 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Taurus | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Taurus | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3002 mm |
