2003 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 4,553 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 BMW 125. (216 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 755 kg more than 2011 BMW 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 125. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 125. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 125. 2003 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 125 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Land Rover Discovery | 2011 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Land Rover | BMW |
| Model | Discovery | 125 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4553 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
