2009 BMW 550 vs. 2008 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Land Rover LR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Land Rover LR2 would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2008 Land Rover LR2. (230 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2008 Land Rover LR2.
Because 2008 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 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, 2009 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover LR2. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover LR2.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 2008 Land Rover LR2 | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 550 | LR2 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3201 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |