2003 BMW 325 vs. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP) has 90 more horse power than 2003 BMW 325. (192 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 962 kg more than 2003 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 2004 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 325 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 282 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
