2008 Audi Q7 vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1995 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi Q7 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Q7 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2840 mm |
