2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2009 BMW 550
To start off, both 2009 Audi Q7 and 2009 BMW 550 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,798 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q7.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 550. 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 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi Q7. (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q7 | 2009 BMW 550 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | Q7 | 550 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4798 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |