2005 BMW 740 vs. 2007 Hummer H2
To start off, 2007 Hummer H2 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 740 (328 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Hummer H2. (326 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hummer H2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hummer H2 weights approximately 968 kg more than 2005 BMW 740.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Hummer H2 (495 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 740. (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 740 | 2007 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | BMW | Hummer |
| Model | 740 | H2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 121 L |
