2006 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL (302 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q7. (272 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 195 kg more than 2011 Audi Q7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 GL (700 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi Q7. (400 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | GL | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2550 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |
