2009 BMW 745 vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 745 would be higher. 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 24 more horse power than 2011 BMW X5. (304 HP @ 440 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2009 BMW 745.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 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, 2011 BMW X5 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 745. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 745 | 2011 BMW X5 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 745 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 85 L |
