2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2012 Ford Flex
To start off, 2012 Ford Flex 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 4,132 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2012 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 392 kg more than 2012 Ford Flex. 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 2012 Ford Flex. 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 424 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2012 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Q7 | Flex |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4132 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
