2000 BMW 323 vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 323 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 323 (341 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover. (306 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 646 kg more than 2000 BMW 323.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW 323. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 323. (245 Nm). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 323 | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 323 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2890 mm |
