2003 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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 26 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 640 kg more than 2012 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Land Rover Range Rover. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Land Rover Range Rover | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Land Rover | BMW |
Model | Range Rover | X3 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2515 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 67 L |