2007 BMW 320 vs. 2002 Land Rover Discovery

To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 670 kg more than 2007 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 320 2002 Land Rover Discovery
Make BMW Land Rover
Model 320 Discovery
Year Released 2007 2002
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 3950 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 148 HP 181 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4750 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1350 kg 2020 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2550 mm