2000 BMW 328 vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 328 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 328 (201 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1238 kg more than 2000 BMW 328.
Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW 328. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (401 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 328. (279 Nm). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 328. 2012 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 328 | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 328 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
