2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 5 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2008 Audi Q7. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2013 BMW 5 Series.
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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Q7 | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2132 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1559 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
