2009 BMW 125 vs. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport

To start off, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 125 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1264 kg more than 2009 BMW 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 125. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 125 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 125 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
Make BMW Land Rover
Model 125 Range Rover Sport
Year Released 2009 2011
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2497 cc 5000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 510 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 624 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1326 kg 2590 kg
Vehicle Length 4370 mm 4783 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1933 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1788 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2743 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 88 L


 

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