2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2008 BMW X5
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 X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 820 kg more than 2008 BMW X5.
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 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 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 2008 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2008 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Q7 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 85 L |
