2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2012 Ford F-250
To start off, 2012 Ford F-250 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (494 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2012 Ford F-250. (385 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford F-250.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford F-250. 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 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford F-250. (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2012 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Q7 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1966 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 132 L |
