2007 Audi Q7 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi Q7 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. (154 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 605 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. 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, 2007 Audi Q7 (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Q7 | G |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1690 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 | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 96 L |
