2001 BMW Z9 vs. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z9 (286 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Range Rover. (175 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 885 kg more than 2001 BMW Z9.
Because 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW Z9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2001 BMW Z9 (597 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Range Rover. (390 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Z9 | 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | Z9 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
