2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2003 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2003 Ford Expedition. (238 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 155 kg more than 2008 Audi Q7.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 2003 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Q7 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 4603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3030 mm |
