2006 Audi Q7 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Because 2006 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano (440 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Q7 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Q7 | Viano |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |
