2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, both 2009 Audi Q7 and 2009 BMW 335 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 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 2009 BMW 335.
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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 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.
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2009 Audi Q7 | 2009 BMW 335 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | Q7 | 335 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1550 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 | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |