2006 Audi Q7 vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Audi Q7 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Q7 weights approximately 259 kg more than 1972 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1972 Mercury Montego (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Q7 | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | Q7 | Montego |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 78 L |
