2009 BMW 318 vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 BMW 318 is newer by 1 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (176 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 995 kg more than 2009 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 318. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 318. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 318 | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 318 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 100 L |
