2007 BMW X3 vs. 2005 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover LR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover LR3 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (301 HP) has 86 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (215 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 696 kg more than 2007 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 BMW X3 (480 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover LR3. (427 Nm). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover LR3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2005 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | X3 | LR3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 301 HP |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 86 L |
