2006 BMW 116 vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 BMW 116 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 103 more horse power than 2006 BMW 116. (114 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 116.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 116. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 116. (150 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 116 | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 116 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 93 L |
