2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW X5 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 20 kg more than 2002 BMW X5.
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, 2002 BMW X5 (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Discovery. (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Land Rover Discovery | 2002 BMW X5 | |
Make | Land Rover | BMW |
Model | Discovery | X5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 181 HP |
Torque | 341 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 93 L |