2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (494 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q7.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 CL (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi Q7. (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Q7 | CL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 88 L |
