2004 BMW 525 vs. 2010 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2010 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (193 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover LR2 weights approximately 274 kg more than 2004 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Land Rover LR2 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover LR2 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, 2010 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 525. 2010 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 2010 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 525 | LR2 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4498 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1908 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
