2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, both 2009 Audi Q7 and 2009 BMW 325 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 755 kg more than 2009 BMW 325. 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 (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q7 | 2009 BMW 325 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | Q7 | 325 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 63 L |