2006 BMW 530 vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 530 would be higher. At 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (23 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530.
Because 2011 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 700 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 530 | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5394 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
