2001 BMW X5 vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q7. (272 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2001 BMW X5.
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, 2001 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi Q7. (400 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | X5 | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 100 L |
