2000 BMW Z8 vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW Z8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z8 would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q7. (225 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 940 kg more than 2000 BMW Z8.
Because 2011 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW Z8. 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, 2011 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z8. (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z8. 2011 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW Z8 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW Z8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 BMW Z8 | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | Z8 | Q7 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4939 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3002 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 100 L |