2008 BMW X5 vs. 2010 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2010 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW X5 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 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2010 Land Rover LR3. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Land Rover LR3.
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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Land Rover LR3. (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Land Rover LR3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X5 | 2010 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | X5 | LR3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |