2004 BMW 745 vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 745 (310 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 745 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2012 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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, 2004 BMW 745 (451 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X3. (380 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 745 | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 745 | X3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 67 L |
