2009 BMW 745 vs. 2009 Ford Explorer
To start off, both 2009 BMW 745 and 2009 Ford Explorer were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2009 Ford Explorer. (211 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 745 weights approximately 1019 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer 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 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 745 | 2009 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 745 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 85 L |
