2006 BMW 750 vs. 2013 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2013 Ford Explorer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2013 Ford Explorer. (360 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Explorer weights approximately 259 kg more than 2006 BMW 750.
Because 2013 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Explorer 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 750 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Explorer. (475 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 750 | 2013 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 750 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2209 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5006 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2291 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1803 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
