2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2008 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercury Milan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercury Milan would be higher. At 4,133 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Milan. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 584 kg more than 2008 Mercury Milan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (760 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q7 | 2008 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | Q7 | Milan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4133 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 760 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1836 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 66 L |