2003 BMW X5 vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q7. (225 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 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 330 kg more than 2003 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, 2011 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X5. (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW X5 | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | X5 | Q7 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 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 | 2195 kg | 2525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3002 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 100 L |