2007 BMW 118 vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 118 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 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, 2011 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 118 | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 118 | Q5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |