2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2009 BMW 520
To start off, 2009 BMW 520 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2009 BMW 520. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 855 kg more than 2009 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 520. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover Discovery | 2009 BMW 520 | |
Make | Land Rover | BMW |
Model | Discovery | 520 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |