2006 Audi Q7 vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 is newer by 6 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 530 (271 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Audi Q7. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Q7 weights approximately 585 kg more than 2012 BMW 530.
Because 2006 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 530. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 530. (310 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi Q7 | 2012 BMW 530 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | Q7 | 530 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |