2006 BMW X3 vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 2 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 275 kg more than 2006 BMW X3.
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, 2006 BMW X3 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Discovery. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | X3 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2494 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 15.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 93 L |
