2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2009 Audi Q7 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,133 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 880 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (760 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q7 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Q7 | C |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4133 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 760 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 62 L |