2007 Audi Q7 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 2007 Audi Q7 and 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (355 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Audi Q7. (344 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2007 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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 SLK (511 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi Q7. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 SLK | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Q7 | SLK |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4198 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 511 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |