2005 BMW X5 vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 4 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 534 kg more than 2005 BMW X5. 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, 2005 BMW X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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. 2009 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | X5 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 8.6 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 | 2704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 86 L |
