2003 Ford Expedition vs. 2010 Audi Q7
To start off, 2010 Audi Q7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2003 Ford Expedition. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Expedition.
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, 2010 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 533 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Expedition. (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Expedition | 2010 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Expedition | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 5394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3002 mm |
