1994 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2008 BMW 325

To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 540 kg more than 2008 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover (381 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Land Rover Range Rover 2008 BMW 325
Make Land Rover BMW
Model Range Rover 325
Year Released 1994 2008
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4554 cc 2497 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 223 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 381 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2220 kg 1680 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2770 mm


 

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