2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2009 BMW X5
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 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, 2008 Audi Q7 (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 BMW X5. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 655 kg more than 2009 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Audi Q7 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 2009 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Q7 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 85 L |
