1994 BMW M5 vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (340 HP) has 123 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 351 kg more than 1994 BMW M5.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW M5. (401 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW M5 | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | M5 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3795 cc | 4556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 401 Nm | 407 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 93 L |