2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2009 BMW 125
To start off, both 2009 Audi Q7 and 2009 BMW 125 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 879 kg more than 2009 BMW 125. 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 2009 BMW 125. 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 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 125 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 125 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 | 2009 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Q7 | 125 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 53 L |
