2001 BMW Compact vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Compact. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Compact would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2001 BMW Compact. (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Compact. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1004 kg more than 2001 BMW Compact. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW Compact. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (508 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Compact. (237 Nm). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Compact. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW Compact has manual transmission. 2001 BMW Compact will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Compact | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | Compact | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4973 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 104 L |
