2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 3 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 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (494 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2012 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 685 kg more than 2012 BMW 535. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 594 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q7 | 2012 BMW 535 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | Q7 | 535 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 494 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 1000 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2605 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |