1997 Ford Explorer vs. 2000 BMW 730
To start off, 2000 BMW 730 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 155 kg more than 2000 BMW 730.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Explorer | 2000 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Explorer | 730 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2950 mm |
