2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2013 BMW X6
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 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 (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X6 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Audi Q7. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2013 BMW X6.
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 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X6. (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 2013 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Q7 | X6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.2 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2195 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 85 L |
