1996 Ford Mondeo vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2011 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Mondeo. 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 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 840 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (160 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mondeo. 2011 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Mondeo | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Mondeo | Q7 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 5394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 1000 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3002 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 100 L |