2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2011 BMW 750
To start off, 2011 BMW 750 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 750 weights approximately 825 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW 750 (609 Nm) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (330 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 2011 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Explorer | 750 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 82 L |
