2008 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery

To start off, both 2008 BMW 325 and 2008 Land Rover Discovery were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 991 kg more than 2008 BMW 325.

Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 Discovery (360 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 325 2008 Land Rover Discovery
Make BMW Land Rover
Model 325 Discovery
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2493 cc 4015 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 189 HP 0 HP
Torque 245 Nm 360 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 240 km/hour 175 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.3 seconds 10.9 seconds
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1495 kg 2486 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4840 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1920 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.1 L/100km 16 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 88 L


 

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