2005 BMW 740 vs. 2012 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2012 Cadillac SRX is newer by 7 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 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 740 (328 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Cadillac SRX. (308 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2012 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 BMW 740.
Because 2005 BMW 740 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac SRX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac SRX. (359 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 740 | 2012 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 740 | SRX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 308 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 79 L |
