2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2004 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Taurus would be higher. Both 2008 Audi Q7 and 2004 Ford Taurus are equipped with a 2,967 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 710 kg more than 2004 Ford Taurus. 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 2004 Ford Taurus. 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 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Taurus. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 2004 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Q7 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |
