2007 Audi Q7 vs. 2008 BMW 530
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Audi Q7. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 630 kg more than 2008 BMW 530.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi Q7 | 2008 BMW 530 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | Q7 | 530 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |