2005 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (603 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q7. (225 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2011 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (998 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi Q7. (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | S | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 603 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 998 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
