2006 Audi Q7 vs. 2013 Ford EDGE
To start off, 2013 Ford EDGE is newer by 7 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford EDGE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford EDGE (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Audi Q7. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford EDGE should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Q7 weights approximately 222 kg more than 2013 Ford EDGE.
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, 2013 Ford EDGE (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford EDGE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Q7 | 2013 Ford EDGE | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Q7 | EDGE |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 2022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2223 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |
