2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 3 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 4,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (345 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2011 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2011 BMW 535. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 2011 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Q7 | 535 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2969 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
