2006 Audi Q7 vs. 1996 Suzuki Escudo
To start off, 2006 Audi Q7 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Escudo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Escudo would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1584 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. 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 1996 Suzuki Escudo. 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, 2006 Audi Q7 (360 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. (156 Nm). This means 2006 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Escudo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Q7 | 1996 Suzuki Escudo | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | Q7 | Escudo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2370 mm |
