2007 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1284 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325. 2008 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 325 | Discovery |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 250 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 86 L |