2007 Audi Q7 vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 3 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, 2010 Ford Escape (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Audi Q7. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 608 kg more than 2007 Audi Q7. 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 2010 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Escape. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 2010 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Q7 | Escape |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 132 L |
