2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2012 BMW 750
To start off, 2012 BMW 750 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 750 (455 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2012 BMW 750.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 750. 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 Audi Q7 (760 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 750. (697 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2012 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Q7 | 750 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4132 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 455 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 697 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 82 L |
