2009 BMW 323 vs. 2012 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Defender is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 323 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 323 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Defender.
Because 2012 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 323. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Defender 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 Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 323. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 323 | 2012 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 323 | Defender |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |