2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2006 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestar. (201 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 301 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestar. 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 2006 Ford Freestar. 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 2006 Ford Freestar. (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 2006 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Q7 | Freestar |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 98 L |
