2007 Audi Q7 vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 4 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Audi Q7. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2011 BMW X3.
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 BMW X3 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Q7 | X3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 67 L |
