2007 Audi Q7 vs. 2008 Ford Escape
To start off, 2008 Ford Escape is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi Q7 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2008 Ford Escape. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 580 kg more than 2008 Ford Escape. 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 2008 Ford Escape. 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 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 2008 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Q7 | Escape |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 57 L |
