2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E

To start off, both 2008 Audi Q7 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 515 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.

Because 2008 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (460 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi Q7.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi Q7 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
Make Audi Mercedes-Benz
Model Q7 E
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3595 cc 4966 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 276 HP 0 HP
Torque 360 Nm 460 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.1:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 220 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.3 seconds 6.1 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2240 kg 1725 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13 L/100km 11.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 80 L


 

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