2009 BMW 740 vs. 2009 BMW X5
To start off, both 2009 BMW 740 and 2009 BMW X5 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 740 (302 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2009 BMW X5. (282 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2009 BMW 740.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 BMW X5 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 740. (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 740.
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2009 BMW 740 | 2009 BMW X5 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 740 | X5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3998 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 282 HP |
Torque | 390 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 85 L |