2006 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,001 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 873 kg more than 2006 BMW 325.
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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 325 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 2720 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 82 L |
