2006 Audi Q7 vs. 2006 BMW 545
To start off, both 2006 Audi Q7 and 2006 BMW 545 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2006 Audi Q7. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi Q7.
Because 2006 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 545. 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, 2006 Audi Q7 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 545. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Q7 | 2006 BMW 545 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Q7 | 545 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2494 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
