2008 BMW 523 vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 523. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 523 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 523 (175 HP) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1428 kg more than 2008 BMW 523.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 523 | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 523 | Defender |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 120 HP |
Torque | 230 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 24.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |