2008 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, both 2008 BMW 325 and 2008 Land Rover Freelander were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Freelander (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 310 kg more than 2008 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Land Rover Freelander 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 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, 2008 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Freelander 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 Freelander | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 325 | Freelander |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 3192 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |