Model Year | 2007 | 2008 | |
Model | Audi Q7 | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | 4.2L V8 OHC-4v 350 hp@6800 325 lb-ft@3500 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 3,002 mm | 2,888 mm | 1 mm |
Length | 5,085 mm | 4,912 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,984 mm | 1,872 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,737 mm | 1,849 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,390 kg | 2,135 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 100 L | 85 L | 15 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,003 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,491 mm | 1,499 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,407 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,049 mm | 1,077 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 991 mm | 983 mm | 8 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,476 mm | 1,496 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,410 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 942 mm | 937 mm | 5 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 899 mm | 950 mm | -51 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,234 mm | 1,349 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,151 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 742 mm | 886 mm | -144 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,733 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 309 L | 385 L | -76 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,136 L | 1,243 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,512 L | 2,370 L | 0 L |
2007 Audi Q7 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 280-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The middle seat of all the SUVs we looked at, had the most room to move furthest forward or backward to allow far rear seat passengers most accommodation. see full Audi Q7 review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 280-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear seat legroom is greater than other vehicles I evaluated in this category: Acura MDX, BMW X5, Mercedes ML; seats more plush; more cargo space. see full Audi Q7 review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 350-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Great front seats for long drives. see full Audi Q7 review |
2008 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review |