2008 BMW 745 vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2008 BMW 745. (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2008 BMW 745. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2008 BMW 745 (701 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW X5. (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 745 | 2011 BMW X5 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 745 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 701 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 2115 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 85 L |
