2007 Audi Q7 vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 4 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Audi Q7. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 591 kg more than 2011 Ford Falcon.
Because 2007 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Falcon. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Falcon. (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Q7 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |
