2001 BMW 745 vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 723 kg more than 2001 BMW 745.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2001 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Defender. 2001 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 2009 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2009 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 745 | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 745 | Defender |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 75 L |