2004 Ford Freestar vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q7 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestar. (191 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2004 Ford Freestar. 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 2004 Ford Freestar. 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 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Freestar. (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Freestar | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Freestar | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 100 L |
