2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2009 Ford Ranger
To start off, both 2009 Audi Q7 and 2009 Ford Ranger were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (237 HP) has 96 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ranger. (141 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 520 kg more than 2009 Ford Ranger. 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 (550 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ranger. (330 Nm). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ranger. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Q7 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 141 HP |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 17.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
