2007 BMW X5 vs. 2007 BMW 730
To start off, both 2007 BMW X5 and 2007 BMW 730 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2007 BMW 730. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 225 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 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 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, 2007 BMW 730 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X5. (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X5 | 2007 BMW 730 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | X5 | 730 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4798 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 88 L |