2007 BMW X3 vs. 2010 Land Rover LR4
To start off, 2010 Land Rover LR4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X3 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover LR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover LR4 (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover LR4 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover LR4 weights approximately 881 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, 2010 Land Rover LR4 (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover LR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X3 | 2010 Land Rover LR4 | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | X3 | LR4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4829 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1887 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 86 L |