2005 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW X5 would be higher. At 3,630 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 618 kg more than 2005 BMW X5.
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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (640 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW X5. (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW X5. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW X5 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW X5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | X5 | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3630 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 640 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 2788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 22.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 88 L |
