2004 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2009 BMW 125
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 855 kg more than 2009 BMW 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 125. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (271 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Range Rover | 2009 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Land Rover | BMW |
| Model | Range Rover | 125 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 215 HP |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 53 L |
