2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (240 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (237 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 361 kg more than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (382 Nm). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q7 | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | Q7 | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 240 HP |
Torque | 550 Nm | 382 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 2009 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 85 L |