2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G
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 G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (292 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q7.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G. (457 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q7 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Q7 | G |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 457 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 96 L |