2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2008 Ford Taurus X
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Taurus X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Taurus X would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1263 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
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 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q7 | 2008 Ford Taurus X | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | Q7 | Taurus X |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |