2006 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2008 Land Rover LR2 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster 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 LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325. 2008 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2008 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 325 | LR2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 3201 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
