1998 BMW 318 vs. 2007 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 9 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 318 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 780 kg more than 1998 BMW 318.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 318 | Defender |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |