2007 BMW 550 vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,797 cc, 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. (400 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 550. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 550 | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4797 cc | 4197 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 657 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 104 L |