2007 BMW 325 vs. 2010 Audi Q7
To start off, 2010 Audi Q7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q7 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi Q7 weights approximately 984 kg more than 2007 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi Q7 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325. 2010 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2010 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 325 | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 2460 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
