2007 Audi Q7 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E 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 (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2007 Audi Q7. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2007 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi Q7. (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Q7 | E |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2873 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
