2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (350 HP) has 126 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis. (224 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis. 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 (441 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis. (373 Nm). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q7 | 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | Q7 | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 224 HP |
Torque | 441 Nm | 373 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |