2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2007 BMW Convertible
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 Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Convertible would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2007 BMW Convertible.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi Q7. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW Convertible has manual transmission. 2007 BMW Convertible 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2007 BMW Convertible | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Q7 | Convertible |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 363 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
