2003 BMW 545 vs. 2005 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 545 (328 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover LR3. (301 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover LR3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 791 kg more than 2003 BMW 545.
Because 2005 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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, 2003 BMW 545 (451 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover LR3. (427 Nm). This means 2003 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover LR3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 545 | 2005 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 545 | LR3 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 301 HP |
Torque | 451 Nm | 427 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 86 L |