2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2009 Ford F-350
To start off, both 2009 Audi Q7 and 2009 Ford F-350 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Ford F-350. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1448 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford F-350. 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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford F-350. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford F-350. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford F-350 has manual transmission. 2009 Ford F-350 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2009 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Q7 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4132 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 6260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 115 L |
