2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2007 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2007 Ford Crown Victoria. (224 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 651 kg more than 2008 Audi Q7.
Because 2008 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Crown Victoria. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Crown Victoria. (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 2007 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Q7 | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |
