2009 BMW M6 vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW M6 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q7. (272 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1075 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q7. (400 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q7. 2012 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | M6 | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
