2006 BMW X5 vs. 2010 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2010 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 4 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (228 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover LR2 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2006 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5. 2010 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW X5 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW X5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 2010 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | X5 | LR2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4498 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1908 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 70 L |
