2009 BMW 130 vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 BMW 130 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2009 BMW 130. (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 972 kg more than 2009 BMW 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 130 | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 130 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2292 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 104 L |
