2006 Audi Q7 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, both 2006 Audi Q7 and 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,982 cc, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 2006 Audi Q7. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Q7 weights approximately 549 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2006 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 641 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Q7 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Q7 | CL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 5982 cc |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 88 L |
