2007 Audi Q7 vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 6 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2007 Audi Q7. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2013 BMW 6 series.
Because 2007 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 6 series. 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 (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 6 series. (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 6 series.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Q7 | 6 series |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4897 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2856 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
