2009 Audi Q5 vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q5. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 845 kg more than 2009 Audi Q5. 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, 2007 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi Q5. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q5 | 2007 BMW 330 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | Q5 | 330 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |