2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 4,132 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (760 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML. (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Q7 | ML |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4132 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 95 L |
