2005 BMW 525 vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 525 would be higher. At 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525.
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 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 750 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 525 | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
