2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2010 Audi Q5
To start off, 2010 Audi Q5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2010 Audi Q5. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi Q5.
Because 2010 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q5 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 CLS (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi Q5. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2010 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | CLS | Q5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
