2011 Audi Q7 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S
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 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q7. (225 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 229 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2011 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi Q7. (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi Q7 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Q7 | S |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2525 kg | 2296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5088 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1737 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3002 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |
