1996 BMW 725 vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 725 would be higher. At 3,191 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1996 BMW 725. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 725. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 923 kg more than 1996 BMW 725. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 725. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 725. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 725. 2011 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 725 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 725 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 725 | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 725 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 3191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2670 mm |
