2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2007 BMW 328
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 328 would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (494 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 729 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi Q7 | 2007 BMW 328 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | Q7 | 328 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 494 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 1000 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 61 L |