1998 BMW 318 vs. 2005 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 318 would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Defender (180 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 340 kg more than 1998 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender 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, 2005 Land Rover Defender (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 318 | 2005 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 318 | Defender |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1665 cc | 3947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 93 L |