2008 BMW 540 vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 540 would be higher. At 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 540. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 560 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 540. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 540 | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 540 | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5394 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 493 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
