2007 Audi Q7 vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
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 Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 4,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi Q7 (344 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 622 kg more than 2007 Audi Q7.
Because 2007 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Ranger. 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 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger. 2007 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi Q7 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | Q7 | Ranger |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4198 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 2862 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |