2005 BMW 545 vs. 1998 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 BMW 545 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 545 (326 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 235 kg more than 2005 BMW 545.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 545 | 1998 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 545 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2840 mm |
