2007 Audi Q7 vs. 2012 BMW 528
To start off, 2012 BMW 528 is newer by 5 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 4,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi Q7 (344 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2012 BMW 528. (240 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2012 BMW 528. 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 2012 BMW 528. 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 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 528. (352 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 2012 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Q7 | 528 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
