2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 5 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 6,206 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q7. (333 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q7.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 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, 2012 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 CLS (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q7. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | CLS | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6206 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 507 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
