2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2010 BMW M6
To start off, 2010 BMW M6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2010 BMW M6.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW M6. 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, 2010 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi Q7. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW M6 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 | 2010 BMW M6 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | Q7 | M6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4872 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2781 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |