2011 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2010 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S 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 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Audi Q7. (493 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster 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 S. 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, 2010 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz S. (829 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | 2010 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | S | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 5394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 829 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3165 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
