2011 Audi Q7 vs. 2009 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 125 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 (272 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 770 kg more than 2009 BMW 125. 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 2009 BMW 125. 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 (400 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Audi Q7 | 2009 BMW 125 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | Q7 | 125 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5088 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1737 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3002 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 53 L |