2009 BMW 750 vs. 2008 BMW X5
To start off, 2009 BMW 750 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 241 kg more than 2009 BMW 750.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 750 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 750 | 2008 BMW X5 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 750 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4398 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 15.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |
