2007 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (302 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q5. (270 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 606 kg more than 2012 Audi Q5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 GL (700 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q5. (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
Model | GL | Q5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2556 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |