2006 BMW 730 vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 BMW X5. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2006 BMW 730.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 730 | 2012 BMW X5 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 730 | X5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 85 L |