2012 Audi Q7 vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford E-Series. 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 526 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford E-Series. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford E-Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi Q7 | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Q7 | E-Series |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5394 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5088 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1737 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3002 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 150 L |
