2007 Audi Q7 vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 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 73 more horse power than 2012 BMW 530. (271 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 530.
Because 2007 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 530. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 530. (310 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi Q7 | 2012 BMW 530 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | Q7 | 530 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4198 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |