2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, both 2009 Audi Q7 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 595 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. 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 SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi Q7. (760 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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 SLR McLaren | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Q7 | SLR McLaren |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4132 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 760 Nm | 780 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 332 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 97 L |