2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q7. (493 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q7.
Because 2011 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 SL (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi Q7. (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | SL | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 5394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 1001 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
