2005 BMW 740 vs. 2006 Hummer H2
To start off, 2006 Hummer H2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 740 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hummer H2 (326 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 BMW 740. (255 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hummer H2 weights approximately 813 kg more than 2005 BMW 740. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H2 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, 2005 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hummer H2. (495 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hummer H2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 740 | 2006 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | BMW | Hummer |
| Model | 740 | H2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 121 L |
