2003 BMW X5 vs. 1998 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2003 BMW X5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1998 Land Rover Range Rover. (187 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1998 Land Rover Range Rover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 X5 (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Land Rover Range Rover. (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Land Rover Range Rover. 2003 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1998 Land Rover Range Rover has manual transmission. 1998 Land Rover Range Rover will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 1998 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | X5 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
