2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 860 kg more than 2000 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q7 | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | Q7 | Sable |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 85 L |