2007 Audi Q7 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2007 Audi Q7 and 2007 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi Q7 (346 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (272 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (475 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi Q7. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi Q7 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Q7 | C |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 2205 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 62 L |