2007 Audi Q7 vs. 2010 Maybach 57
To start off, 2010 Maybach 57 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2007 Audi Q7. (344 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maybach 57 weights approximately 495 kg more than 2007 Audi Q7. 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 2010 Maybach 57. 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, 2010 Maybach 57 (899 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi Q7. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 2010 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Audi | Maybach |
| Model | Q7 | 57 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 899 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3391 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 110 L |
