2007 BMW 318 vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2007 BMW 318 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 97 more horse power than 2007 BMW 318. (120 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 595 kg more than 2007 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 318. (280 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 318 | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 318 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 93 L |
