2007 Audi Q7 vs. 2004 BMW 118
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 118 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi Q7 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2004 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 960 kg more than 2004 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Audi Q7 (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 2004 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Q7 | 118 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |
