2004 BMW 118 vs. 1999 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 BMW 118 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 865 kg more than 2004 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 118 | 1999 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 118 | Discovery |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |