2006 Audi Q7 vs. 2001 BMW X5
To start off, 2006 Audi Q7 is newer by 5 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 53 more horse power than 2006 Audi Q7. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Q7 weights approximately 64 kg more than 2001 BMW X5.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Q7 | 2001 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Q7 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 4619 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 93 L |
