

Model Year | 2007 | 2009 | |
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 | 118.2 in | 113.7 in | 4.5 in |
Length | 200.2 in | 193.4 in | 6.8 in |
Width | 78.1 in | 73.7 in | 4.4 in |
Height | 68.4 in | 72.8 in | -4.4 in |
Curb Weight | 5269 lb. | 4706 lb. | 563 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 26.4 gal. | 22.5 gal. | 3.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.5 in | 39.8 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.7 in | 59.0 in | -0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.4 in | -55.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 42.4 in | -1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 38.7 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.1 in | 58.9 in | -0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.5 in | -55.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 36.9 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.4 in | 37.4 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 48.6 in | 53.1 in | -4.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 45.3 in | -45.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 29.2 in | 34.9 in | -5.7 in |
Total Legroom | 107.6 in (over 3 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -6.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.9 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | -2.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 40.1 ft3 | 43.9 ft3 | -3.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 88.7 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | 5 ft3 |
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 |
2009 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 |