2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2005 BMW 318
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 975 kg more than 2005 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2005 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Q7 | 318 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 63 L |
