2005 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2011 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 6 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover LR3 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325.
Because 2011 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, 2011 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, 2011 Land Rover LR3 (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 325 | LR3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |