2006 BMW 745 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, both 2006 BMW 745 and 2006 Chevrolet Equinox were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 140 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 245 kg more than 2006 BMW 745.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2006 BMW 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 745 | 2006 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 745 | Equinox |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4423 cc | 3425 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |