2009 BMW 135 vs. 2010 Audi Q7
To start off, 2010 Audi Q7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 135 would be higher. At 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2009 BMW 135. (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 135.
Because 2010 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 600 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 135. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 2010 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 135 | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 100 L |
