2008 BMW M3 vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 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, 2008 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. (390 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 421 kg more than 2008 BMW M3.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 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 M3. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW M3 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.
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2008 BMW M3 | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | M3 | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 556 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |