2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2010 Audi Q7
To start off, 2010 Audi Q7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q7 (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 511 kg more than 2010 Audi Q7.
Because 2010 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi Q7 (360 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 2010 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Fusion | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 2345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 100 L |
