2010 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mercedes-Benz A would be higher. At 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A.
Because 2011 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 815 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Mercedes-Benz A | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
Model | A | Q7 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2034 cc | 5394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 1000 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3002 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |