2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2009 BMW 135
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Audi Q7. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 680 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
Because 2008 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 2009 BMW 135 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Q7 | 135 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 53 L |
