2011 Audi Q7 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q7. (272 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2011 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi Q7. (400 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Audi Q7 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Q7 | CLS |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 511 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5088 mm | 4996 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 2075 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1737 mm | 1406 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3002 mm | 2874 mm |