2006 BMW 130 vs. 2012 Land Rover LR4
To start off, 2012 Land Rover LR4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 130 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover LR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover LR4 (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2006 BMW 130. (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR4 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 130.
Because 2012 Land Rover LR4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR4 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 LR4 (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover LR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 130 | 2012 Land Rover LR4 | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 130 | LR4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1915 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 86 L |
