2007 Audi Q7 vs. 2004 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Transit Connect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Transit Connect would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 921 kg more than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 2004 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Q7 | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2670 mm |
