2006 BMW 120 vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport

To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 120 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2006 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 654 kg more than 2006 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 120. (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 120. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 120 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 120 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 120 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
Make BMW Land Rover
Model 120 Range Rover Sport
Year Released 2006 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 5000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 154 HP 375 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 331 Nm 508 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 220 km/hour 209 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.7 seconds 7.2 seconds
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1835 kg 2489 kg
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 4783 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1933 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1788 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2743 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 88 L


 

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