2006 BMW 745 vs. 1998 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2006 BMW 745 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 745 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1998 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, 2006 BMW 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 745 | 1998 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 745 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2840 mm |
