2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2007 BMW 335
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 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 335 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 192 more horse power than 2007 BMW 335. (302 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1065 kg more than 2007 BMW 335. 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 2007 BMW 335. 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 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 600 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 335. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2007 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Q7 | 335 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2605 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 63 L |
