The Comparative Analysis :
Audi Q7 4.2 FSI quattro tiptronic (06 - 09) vs. Mercedes ML 300 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY 4MATIC 7G-TRONIC (10 - 11)
€ 67,200
€ 53,600
€ 67,200
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 53,600
ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info
Vehicle Dimensions
The dimensions of these vehicles differ considerably. The Audi Q7 4.2 FSI is 11.7 inches longer, 2.8 inches wider and 3.1 inches lower than the Mercedes ML 300 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY.
Audi Q7 4.2 FSI
Mercedes ML 300 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY
68.4
78.1
85.7
71.5
75.2
83.7
78.1 in
Width
75.2 in
85.7 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
83.7 in
68.4 in
Height
71.5 in
118.2
200.2
114.8
188.5
200.2 in
Length
188.5 in
118.2 in
Wheelbase
114.8 in
Vehicle Weight
Audi Q7 4.2 FSI
Mercedes ML 300 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY
4938 lb
Curb Weight
4817 lb
6471 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
6239 lb
Weight Difference:
121 lb
2.45 %
General
Audi Q7 4.2 FSI
Mercedes ML 300 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY
4L
Generation
W164
Sport Utility Vehicle
Car Body Style
Sport Utility Vehicle
Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type
Diesel

Permanent all-wheel drive (AWD)
Drivetrain
Permanent all-wheel drive (AWD)

6-speed automatic transmission
Transmission
7-speed automatic transmission
Engine
Audi Q7 4.2 FSI
Mercedes ML 300 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY
V8 gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
Engine Type
V6 diesel engine with turbocharger
Engine Series
Mercedes-Benz OM 642
BAR
Engine Code
OM 642.820

4
Valves
4
8
Cylinders
6
4.2 L / 206 cu in
Displacement
3 L / 147 cu in
345 hp
at 6800 rpm
Power
201 hp
at 3800 rpm
Audi Q7 4.2 FSI
345 hp
201 hp
Mercedes ML 300 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY
325 lb‑ft
at 3500 rpm
Max. Torque
369 lb‑ft
at 1400 rpm
Audi Q7 4.2 FSI
325 lb‑ft
369 lb‑ft
Mercedes ML 300 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY
Performance
Audi Q7 4.2 FSI
Mercedes ML 300 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY
152 mph
Maximum Speed
130 mph
7.4 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
8.2 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
338 ft
0.000 sec
Audi Q7 4.2 FSI
62 mph
62
mph
mph
374 ft
0.000 sec
Mercedes ML 300 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY
▶ REPLAY
14.31 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
23.97 lb/hp
Audi Q7 4.2 FSI
14.31 lb/hp
23.97 lb/hp
Mercedes ML 300 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Audi Q7 4.2 FSI
Mercedes ML 300 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY
Fuel Economy
17 mpg
combined
28 mpg
Audi Q7 4.2 FSI
17 mpg
28 mpg
Mercedes ML 300 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY
12 mpg
city
22 mpg
No data
highway
33 mpg
26.4 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
25.1 gal
457 mi
Range
703 mi
Audi Q7 4.2 FSI
457 mi
703 mi
Mercedes ML 300 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY
Environmental Impact
257.7 kWh
Total Energy Consumption
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
172.8 kWh
Audi Q7 4.2 FSI
257.7 kWh
172.8 kWh
Mercedes ML 300 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY
Euro 4 III
Emission Standard
Euro 5
525 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
360 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Audi Q7 4.2 FSI
Mercedes ML 300 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY
5
Doors
5
5
No. of Seats
5
1532 lb
Maximum Payload
1422 lb
21.9 cu ft
Trunk Volume
14.2 cu ft











57.6 cu ft
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
58 cu ft





















