2008 BMW 523 vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 BMW 523 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 42 more horse power than 2008 BMW 523. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 610 kg more than 2008 BMW 523. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 523. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 523. (230 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 523 | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 523 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 93 L |
