2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ranger. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ranger.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Ranger. 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 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ranger. (322 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ranger. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2011 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 | 2011 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Q7 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3193 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 74 L |
