2007 BMW Z4 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 Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2007 BMW Z4. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Z4.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW Z4. 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 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (298 Nm @ 2750 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 Z4. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 BMW Z4 | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | Z4 | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 104 L |