2007 Audi Q7 vs. 2006 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi Q7 (344 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 525 kg more than 2006 Ford Expedition. 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 2006 Ford Expedition. 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi Q7. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 2006 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Q7 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 106 L |
