2009 BMW 735 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 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 735 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 735 (268 HP) has 43 more horse power than 2010 Audi Q7. (225 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi Q7 weights approximately 525 kg more than 2009 BMW 735.
Because 2010 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 735. 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 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 735. (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 735 | 2010 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 735 | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 100 L |
