2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2001 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2001 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 725 kg more than 2001 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi Q7 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 2001 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Q7 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 59 L |
