2008 BMW M6 vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW M6 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 923 kg more than 2008 BMW M6.
Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2008 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M6 | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | M6 | Freelander |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |