2006 Audi Q7 vs. 2012 Maybach 62
To start off, 2012 Maybach 62 is newer by 6 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 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2006 Audi Q7. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maybach 62 weights approximately 632 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.
Because 2006 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Maybach 62. 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, 2012 Maybach 62 (899 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 539 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Q7 | 2012 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Audi | Maybach |
| Model | Q7 | 62 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 899 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 2876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3828 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 110 L |
