2006 BMW 525 vs. 2010 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Defender is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2010 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2010 Land Rover Defender.
Because 2010 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Defender 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, 2010 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 525 | 2010 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 525 | Defender |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2402 cc |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |