2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2012 BMW 740
To start off, 2012 BMW 740 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2012 BMW 740.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 740. 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, 2012 BMW 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2012 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Q7 | 740 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 82 L |
