2004 BMW X5 vs. 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 BMW X5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X5 weights approximately 263 kg more than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. 2004 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW X5 | 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | X5 | Land Rover Discovery |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 97 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 2012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2550 mm |
