2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2005 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2005 Ford Freestyle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Audi Q7 (360 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 2005 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Q7 | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |
