2005 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 3 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (181 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1095 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (391 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 325 | Range Rover |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2926 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 391 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 104 L |