2008 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 3,628 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 467 kg more than 2013 BMW X5.
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 Range Rover (640 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X5. (407 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Land Rover | BMW |
| Model | Range Rover | X5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3628 cc | 2985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 640 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2717 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 85 L |
