2010 Audi Q7 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q7 (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 423 kg more than 2010 Audi Q7.
Because 2010 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Audi Q7 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Q7 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2345 kg | 2768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5088 mm | 6939 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1737 mm | 2814 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3002 mm | 4326 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |
