2006 BMW X5 vs. 1989 Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1989 Rover Range Rover. (185 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 356 kg more than 2006 BMW X5.
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, 1989 Rover Range Rover (319 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 1989 Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | X5 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 82 L |
