2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo
To start off, both 2008 Audi Q7 and 2008 Ford Mondeo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 63 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 574 kg more than 2008 Ford Mondeo. 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 2008 Ford Mondeo. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo. 2008 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Audi Q7 | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | Q7 | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |