2004 BMW 730 vs. 2005 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2005 Cadillac SRX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 730 would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac SRX (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 BMW 730. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 161 kg more than 2004 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Cadillac SRX (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 730 | 2005 Cadillac SRX | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 730 | SRX |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4572 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1951 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |