2004 BMW 325 vs. 2003 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 1 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 33 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 480 kg more than 2004 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2003 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 325 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 4553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
