2008 BMW 325 vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 1950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover Defender.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 325 | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 325 | Defender |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.9 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 17.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 93 L |