2012 Audi Q7 vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Mondeo 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 350 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Mondeo. 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 810 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Audi Q7 | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | Q7 | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5394 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 1000 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5088 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1737 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3002 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 59 L |