2006 BMW X3 vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW X3 would be higher. At 4,393 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2006 BMW X3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 716 kg more than 2006 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X3 | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | X3 | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 88 L |