2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2009 Audi Q7 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,460 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 590 kg more than 2009 Audi Q7. 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 CLK. 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 Mercedes-Benz CLK (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q7 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Q7 | CLK |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3597 cc | 5460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 62 L |