2012 Audi Q7 vs. 1999 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Focus would be higher. At 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 851 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi Q7 | 1999 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Q7 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5394 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5088 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1737 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3002 mm | 2620 mm |
