2003 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2003 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 770 kg more than 2006 Land Rover Range Rover.
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 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Land Rover Range Rover. (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Land Rover Range Rover. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW X5 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW X5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW X5 | 2006 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | X5 | Range Rover |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 104 L |