1999 BMW X5 vs. 2009 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR3 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1999 BMW X5. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW X5.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Land Rover LR3 (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW X5. (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW X5. 2009 Land Rover LR3 has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW X5 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW X5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW X5 | 2009 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | X5 | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
