2009 BMW 335 vs. 2006 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Land Rover LR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Land Rover LR3 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 300 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 861 kg more than 2009 BMW 335.
Because 2006 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 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 LR3 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 2006 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 335 | LR3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2978 cc | 4392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 86 L |