1997 BMW 318 vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1997 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 318 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2006 Land Rover Discovery.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 318. (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1997 BMW 318 | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 318 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |