2005 BMW 740 vs. 2007 Ford F-150
To start off, 2007 Ford F-150 is newer by 2 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 740 (317 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-150. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 740 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2007 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford F-150 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, 2007 Ford F-150 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, 2007 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 740. (391 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 740 | 2007 Ford F-150 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 740 | F-150 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3370 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 98 L |