2009 BMW 525 vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 697 kg more than 2009 BMW 525.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 525. 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 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525. 2006 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 525 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 525 | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 525 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
