2006 BMW 745 vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (391 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2006 BMW 745. (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 517 kg more than 2006 BMW 745. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 745 | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 745 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 4197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 2632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 88 L |
