2011 Audi Q7 vs. 2006 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q7 (225 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1030 kg more than 2006 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi Q7 | 2006 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Q7 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2525 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5088 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1737 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3002 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 63 L |
