2006 Audi Q7 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 2006 Audi Q7 and 2006 Mercedes-Benz G were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Audi Q7. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 195 kg more than 2006 Audi Q7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 G (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi Q7. (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz G 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 G | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Q7 | G |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 2490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 96 L |