1996 BMW 540 vs. 2008 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 540 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2008 Land Rover Freelander. (230 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 2008 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 35 kg more than 1996 BMW 540.
Because 2008 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 540. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Freelander 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, 1996 BMW 540 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Freelander. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 540 | 2008 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 540 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
