1998 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,786 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL (367 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q7. (225 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2011 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL. (530 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
Model | CL | Q7 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5786 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 367 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3002 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 100 L |