2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (494 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2003 Ford Mustang. (188 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1195 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang. 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 2003 Ford Mustang. 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 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 702 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Q7 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 3801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2605 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |
