2011 BMW Z4 vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW Z4 would be higher. Both 2011 BMW Z4 and 2012 Audi Q7 are equipped with a 3,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q7. (225 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q7 weights approximately 935 kg more than 2011 BMW Z4.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW Z4. 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, 2012 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW Z4. (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW Z4. 2012 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW Z4 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.
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2011 BMW Z4 | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | Z4 | Q7 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4239 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1791 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2497 mm | 3002 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |