1996 BMW 525 vs. 2005 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,498 cc, 2005 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 548 kg more than 1996 BMW 525.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender 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, 2005 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 525 | 2005 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 525 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2498 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2058 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 75 L |
