2007 Audi Q7 vs. 2012 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2012 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 5 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi Q7 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Ford Crown Victoria. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2012 Ford Crown Victoria. 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 2012 Ford Crown Victoria. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Crown Victoria. (369 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi Q7 | 2012 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | Q7 | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 369 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 89.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |