2008 BMW X3 vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, both 2008 BMW X3 and 2008 Land Rover Discovery were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 890 kg more than 2008 BMW X3.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW X3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3. 2008 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 2008 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2008 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 BMW X3 | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | X3 | Discovery |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 315 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 82 L |