2006 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2008 Land Rover Freelander.
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, 2008 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X5 | 2008 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | X5 | Freelander |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2978 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 290 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.7 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 68 L |