2007 Audi Q7 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 4 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), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS (518 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 2007 Audi Q7. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2007 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS (699 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi Q7. (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Q7 | CLS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| 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 | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
