2007 BMW 730 vs. 2011 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2011 Cadillac SRX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac SRX (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 BMW 730. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 170 kg more than 2007 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Cadillac SRX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX 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, 2011 Cadillac SRX (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 730 | 2011 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 730 | SRX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 79 L |
