2005 BMW X5 vs. 2005 BMW 748
To start off, both 2005 BMW X5 and 2005 BMW 748 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 147 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 748 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2005 BMW 748.
Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 748. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 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 X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 748. (500 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 748.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW X5 | 2005 BMW 748 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | X5 | 748 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3000 mm |