2005 BMW 740 vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain is newer by 8 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 (317 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2013 GMC Terrain. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 740 weights approximately 62 kg more than 2013 GMC Terrain. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 GMC Terrain is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain 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 (391 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 740 | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 740 | Terrain |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 98 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1833 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2857 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.3 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 71 L |