2003 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2002 BMW Z3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1115 kg more than 2002 BMW Z3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW Z3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z3. (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Land Rover Range Rover | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Land Rover | BMW |
| Model | Range Rover | Z3 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2515 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 51 L |
