2009 BMW 320 vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 320 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |
