2006 Ford Territory vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Territory. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Territory would be higher. At 3,982 cc, 2006 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2006 Ford Territory. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Territory. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1111 kg more than 2006 Ford Territory. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Audi Q7 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Territory. (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Territory.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Territory | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Territory | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |
