1998 BMW 316 vs. 2007 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 316 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (216 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1998 BMW 316. (103 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 657 kg more than 1998 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 316. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 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, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 316. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 316 | 2007 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 316 | LR3 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.8 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 86 L |