2008 BMW 730 vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 730 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2013 GMC Terrain. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 730 weights approximately 77 kg more than 2013 GMC Terrain. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 GMC Terrain is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain 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, 2008 BMW 730 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 730 | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 730 | Terrain |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1823 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 71 L |
