2006 Audi Q7 vs. 2005 BMW 330
To start off, 2006 Audi Q7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Q7 weights approximately 629 kg more than 2005 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2005 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Q7 | 2005 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Q7 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 63 L |
