2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2008 BMW M6
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW M6 would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (494 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1325 kg more than 2008 BMW M6.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW M6. 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 480 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M6. (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M6. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW M6 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 | 2008 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Q7 | M6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 4999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2605 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
