2009 BMW 325 vs. 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover
To start off, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover is newer by 4 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover weights approximately 975 kg more than 2009 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 325 | 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 325 | ALL-NEW Range Rover |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2030 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 625 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | (:1): 9. |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4783 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2158 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1784 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2745 mm |