1996 BMW 730 vs. 2004 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 730 (190 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 694 kg more than 1996 BMW 730.
Because 2004 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 730 (280 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (240 Nm). This means 1996 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 730 | 2004 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 730 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
