2006 BMW 550 vs. 2007 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Discovery. (295 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Discovery.
Because 2007 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2006 BMW 550 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Land Rover Discovery. (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 550 | 2007 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 550 | Discovery |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4801 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 86 L |