2002 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Defender is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 330 (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1078 kg more than 2002 BMW 330.
Because 2012 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 330. (237 Nm). This means 2012 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 330 | 2012 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 330 | Defender |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 360 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2800 mm |