2006 Chevrolet Kodiak vs. 2012 BMW 730
To start off, 2012 BMW 730 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Kodiak. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Kodiak would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Kodiak is equipped with a bigger engine.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Kodiak (820 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 730. (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Kodiak will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Kodiak | 2012 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Kodiak | 730 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6600 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 244 HP |
| Torque | 820 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1902 mm |
