2007 Audi Q7 vs. 1989 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 3,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1989 Mercury Cougar. (140 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercury Cougar.
Because 2007 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi Q7 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercury Cougar. (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi Q7 | 1989 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | Q7 | Cougar |
Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 3799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |