2006 Audi Q7 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, both 2006 Audi Q7 and 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Audi Q7. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Q7 weights approximately 565 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2006 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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 Audi Q7 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi Q7 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Q7 | CLS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 89 L |