2009 BMW 325 vs. 2012 Land Rover LR4
To start off, 2012 Land Rover LR4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 325 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover LR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover LR4 (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR4 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325.
Because 2012 Land Rover LR4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR4 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 LR4 (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover LR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325. 2012 Land Rover LR4 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover LR4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 325 | 2012 Land Rover LR4 | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 325 | LR4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4829 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1882 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 86 L |