2008 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Land Rover LR4
To start off, 2011 Land Rover LR4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 330 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover LR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover LR4 (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (202 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover LR4 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover LR4 weights approximately 768 kg more than 2008 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Land Rover LR4 (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover LR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 2011 Land Rover LR4 | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 330 | LR4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 2548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4829 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1882 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 86 L |