2006 Audi Q7 vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2006 Audi Q7. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 139 kg more than 2006 Audi Q7. 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 2012 Ford F-150. 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi Q7 | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | Q7 | F-150 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3597 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 2383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 98 L |