2005 BMW 740 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 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q7 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 BMW 740. (317 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2005 BMW 740. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 740. 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 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 740. (391 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 740 | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 740 | Q7 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3002 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 100 L |