2008 BMW X5 vs. 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover
To start off, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover is newer by 5 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, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover (370 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 BMW X5. (351 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover weights approximately 289 kg more than 2008 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5. 2008 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover has manual transmission. 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover 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 | 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | X5 | ALL-NEW Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2489 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4783 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2158 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1784 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2745 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.9 L/100km |
