2006 Audi Q7 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 2006 Audi Q7 and 2006 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,506 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2006 Audi Q7. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Q7 weights approximately 64 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2006 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. 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 S (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Q7 | S |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 5506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 88 L |
