2007 Audi Q7 vs. 2002 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lincoln Continental (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Audi Q7. (344 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi Q7.
Because 2007 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lincoln Continental. 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, 2002 Lincoln Continental (571 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi Q7. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 2002 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Audi | Lincoln |
| Model | Q7 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 410 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 571 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
