2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2007 BMW X5
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 X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,132 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 BMW X5. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 470 kg more than 2007 BMW X5. 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (760 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2007 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Q7 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4132 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
