The Comparative Analysis :

Audi Q7 6.0 TDI V12 quattro tiptronic (09 - 13) vs. Mercedes ML 320 CDI DPF 4MATIC 7G-TRONIC (05 - 08)

€ 132,400
Audi Q7 6.0 TDI V12 quattro tiptronic (09 - 13) Audi Q7 V12 TDI
€ 53,600
 Mercedes ML 320 CDI DPF 4MATIC 7G-TRONIC (05 - 08) Mercedes ML 320 CDI DPF
€ 132,400
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 V12 TDI is 10.8 inches longer, 3.5 inches wider and 3.1 inches lower than the Mercedes ML 320 CDI DPF.
Audi Q7 V12 TDI
Mercedes ML 320 CDI DPF
68.4
Blueprint Audi Q7 6.0 TDI V12 quattro tiptronic (09 - 13)
78.7
85.7
71.5
Blueprint Mercedes ML 320 CDI DPF 4MATIC 7G-TRONIC (05 - 08)
75.2
83.7
78.7 in
Width
75.2 in
85.7 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
83.7 in
68.4 in
Height
71.5 in
Blueprint Audi Q7 6.0 TDI V12 quattro tiptronic (09 - 13)
118.2
199.3
Blueprint Mercedes ML 320 CDI DPF 4MATIC 7G-TRONIC (05 - 08)
114.8
188.5
199.3 in
Length
188.5 in
118.2 in
Wheelbase
114.8 in

Vehicle Weight

Audi Q7 V12 TDI
Mercedes ML 320 CDI DPF
5908 lb
Curb Weight
4817 lb
7220 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
6239 lb
Audi Q7 6.0 TDI V12 quattro tiptronic (09 - 13)
Weight Difference:
1091 lb
18.47 %
Mercedes ML 320 CDI DPF 4MATIC 7G-TRONIC (05 - 08)

General

Audi Q7 V12 TDI
Mercedes ML 320 CDI DPF
4L
Generation
W164
Sport Utility Vehicle
Car Body Style
Sport Utility Vehicle
Diesel
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 V12 TDI
Mercedes ML 320 CDI DPF
V12 diesel engine with two tur­bo­chargers (bi­turbo)
Engine Type
V6 diesel engine with tur­bo­charger
Engine Series
Mercedes-Benz OM 642
CCGA
Engine Code
OM 642.940
4
Valves
4
12
Cylinders
6
5.9 L / 289 cu in
Displacement
3 L / 147 cu in
493 hp
at 3750 rpm
Power
221 hp
at 3800 rpm
Audi Q7 V12 TDI
493 hp
221 hp
Mercedes ML 320 CDI DPF
738 lb‑ft
at 1750 rpm
Max. Torque
376 lb‑ft
at 1600 rpm
Audi Q7 V12 TDI
738 lb‑ft
376 lb‑ft
Mercedes ML 320 CDI DPF

Performance

Audi Q7 V12 TDI
Mercedes ML 320 CDI DPF
155 mph
Maximum Speed
134 mph
5.5 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
8.6 sec
62 mph 62
mph

249 ft
0.000 sec

Audi Q7 V12 TDI

62 mph 62
mph

390 ft
0.000 sec

Mercedes ML 320 CDI DPF

▶ REPLAY
11.98 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
21.8 lb/hp
Audi Q7 V12 TDI
11.98 lb/hp
21.8 lb/hp
Mercedes ML 320 CDI DPF

Fuel Economy / Emissions

Audi Q7 V12 TDI
Mercedes ML 320 CDI DPF
Fuel Economy
21 mpg
combined
25 mpg
Audi Q7 V12 TDI
21 mpg
25 mpg
Mercedes ML 320 CDI DPF
16 mpg
city
19 mpg
No data
highway
31 mpg
Kraftstoffanzeige
26.4 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
25.1 gal
Kraftstoffanzeige
550 mi
Range
628 mi
Audi Q7 V12 TDI
550 mi
628 mi
Mercedes ML 320 CDI DPF
Environmental Impact
232.6 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).
193.4 kWh
Audi Q7 V12 TDI
232.6 kWh
193.4 kWh
Mercedes ML 320 CDI DPF
Euro 4 III
Emission Standard
Euro 4 III
480 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
401 g/mi (NEFZ)

Practical Convenience

Audi Q7 V12 TDI
Mercedes ML 320 CDI DPF
5
Doors
5
5
No. of Seats
5
1312 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