2007 BMW 530 vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 530 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q7 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2007 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 595 kg more than 2007 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi Q7. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi Q7. 2011 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 530 | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 530 | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 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 | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1760 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
