2005 BMW 730 vs. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 730 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 BMW 730. (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2006 Land Rover Range Rover.
Because 2006 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 730 | 2006 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 730 | Range Rover |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 4392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 104 L |