2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2006 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mustang. (300 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 436 kg more than 2009 Audi Q7.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 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 (760 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mustang. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2006 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Q7 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4132 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 61 L |
