2009 BMW 320 vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque (242 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 320 | Range Rover Evoque |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1966 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2662 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
