2004 BMW 318 vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 318 would be higher. At 4,393 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 606 kg more than 2004 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (355 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 318 | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 318 | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |
