2008 BMW X5 vs. 1997 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (351 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1997 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1997 Land Rover Discovery. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Land Rover Discovery. (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Land Rover Discovery. 2008 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1997 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1997 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X5 | 1997 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | X5 | Discovery |
Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2550 mm |