2005 Land Rover Defender vs. 2004 BMW 320
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Defender (180 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 320 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Land Rover Defender.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender 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, 2004 BMW 320 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Defender. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Defender. 2004 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 2005 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2005 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Land Rover Defender | 2004 BMW 320 | |
Make | Land Rover | BMW |
Model | Defender | 320 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3947 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 63 L |