2005 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,393 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325.
Because 2007 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 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, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 2007 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 325 | LR3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 86 L |