2007 Audi Q7 vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi Q7 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 707 kg more than 2004 Mercury Sable. 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 Mercury Sable. 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 (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi Q7 | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | Q7 | Sable |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1588 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 85 L |