2005 BMW 748 vs. 2013 BMW X6
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 748. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 748 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 748 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 748 (362 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2013 BMW X6. (296 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 748 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X6 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2005 BMW 748.
Because 2013 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 748. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 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 748 (500 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X6. (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 748 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 748 | 2013 BMW X6 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 748 | X6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2195 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2933 mm |
