2008 BMW 316 vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 316 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1257 kg more than 2008 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 316. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 316. (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 316 | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 316 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 24.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
