2007 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (225 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q7 weights approximately 985 kg more than 2007 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 330 | Q7 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3002 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |