2006 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q7. (225 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q7 weights approximately 850 kg more than 2006 BMW 330.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 330 | Q7 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 2525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3002 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |