2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 6,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion.
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, 2012 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Excursion. (576 Nm). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Excursion | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6800 cc | 5394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 100 L |
