2009 BMW 523 vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2009 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 523.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 523. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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 Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 523. 2006 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 523 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 523 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 523 | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 523 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 86 L |
