2004 BMW X5 vs. 2012 BMW 750
To start off, 2012 BMW 750 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 750 (455 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2004 BMW X5. (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X5 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2012 BMW 750.
Because 2004 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 750 (697 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW X5. (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW X5 | 2012 BMW 750 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | X5 | 750 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 455 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 697 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 82 L |
