2006 Audi Q7 vs. 2007 BMW 535
To start off, 2007 BMW 535 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Audi Q7. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Q7 weights approximately 560 kg more than 2007 BMW 535.
Because 2006 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 535. 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, 2007 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi Q7. (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Q7 | 2007 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Q7 | 535 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
