2004 BMW 325 vs. 2012 Land Rover LR4
To start off, 2012 Land Rover LR4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 325 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover LR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover LR4 (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR4 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover LR4 weights approximately 838 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, 2012 Land Rover LR4 (508 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2012 Land Rover LR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 325 | 2012 Land Rover LR4 | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 325 | LR4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 508 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4829 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1882 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 86 L |