Audi Q7 vs. Ford Expedition EL Review

Utility
Drivers with frequent child-duty might favor the Ford Expedition EL over the Audi. The Ford is a better choice than the Audi Q7 as far as transporting cargo, especially if you frequently need to carry a lot of gear or big dogs. Towing is significantly more the Ford's forte than it is the Audi Q7's.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Ford packs quite a wallop and will knock the Audi Q7 down a few rungs. However, remember that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Dimensions
Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Ford than the Q7 because of its bigger tank. The Audi Q7 and the Ford compete for the same parking spaces. The Ford Expedition EL's longer wheelbase will result in a smoother, more stable ride; on the other hand, the Audi Q7 may give a more agile feel in daily traffic.

Convenience
You'll likely take the Expedition EL for a fill-up almost as often as the Audi Q7.

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs almost the same to get the Q7 to the dealership as the Ford. The Ford Expedition EL will tax your gasoline budget substantially more than the Audi Q7 will. When it comes to gas mileage, the Audi Q7 bests the Ford Expedition EL. The Expedition EL isn't much less expensive than the Audi Q7 regarding MSRP. The Audi Q7 will save you a bundle at the pump every year compared to the Ford Expedition EL.

Handling
With its tighter turning radius, the Audi Q7 is definitely more agile than the Ford Expedition EL, something to consider if you do a lot of city driving; on the other hand, keep in mind that a vehicle with a tight turning circle may feel a bit twitchy on the highway.

Drivetrain
The Q7's engine is significantly smaller than the Ford Expedition EL's. Note that a smaller engine usually has to work a little harder; on the flip side, smaller engines typically get better gas mileage. The Ford Expedition EL packs quite a punch compared to the Audi regarding torque, which is the force that lets you accelerate quickly. The Q7 could learn a lesson or two from the Ford Expedition EL when it comes to torque.

Comfort
The Ford Expedition EL offers more head- and leg-room to your passengers than the Q7 does.

Warranty
The basic after-sale protection that comes with the Ford Expedition EL isn't quite as generous as the Audi Q7's.