2007 Audi Q7 vs. 2008 BMW 535
To start off, 2008 BMW 535 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi Q7 (346 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 880 kg more than 2008 BMW 535. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 535. (408 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 2008 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Q7 | 535 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
