2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q7. (225 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 979 kg more than 2012 Audi Q7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q7. (550 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Excursion | Q7 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5949 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 550 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3504 kg | 2525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3002 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 100 L |