2008 BMW 335 vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (390 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2008 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 526 kg more than 2008 BMW 335. 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 335. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 335. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 335 | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 335 | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 556 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 88 L |