2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2012 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition is newer by 3 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (345 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2012 Ford Expedition. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 273 kg more than 2009 Audi Q7.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Expedition. 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, 2012 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi Q7. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2012 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Q7 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 2517 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 106 L |
