2008 BMW 550 vs. 2012 Land Rover LR4
To start off, 2012 Land Rover LR4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 550 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover LR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover LR4 (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 BMW 550. (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR4 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover LR4 weights approximately 818 kg more than 2008 BMW 550. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover LR4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR4 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, 2012 Land Rover LR4 (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 550. (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover LR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 550. 2012 Land Rover LR4 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 550 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover LR4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 2012 Land Rover LR4 | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 550 | LR4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1882 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 86 L |
