2007 BMW X3 vs. 1997 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1997 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 275 kg more than 2007 BMW X3.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Land Rover Discovery (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X3 | 1997 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | X3 | Discovery |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2550 mm |