2005 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (385 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 886 kg more than 2005 BMW 330. 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 330 | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 2572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 24.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |