2004 BMW 730 vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 8 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 2004 BMW 730. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 645 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.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 730 | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 730 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |
