2009 BMW 635 vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 BMW 635 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 635 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 983 kg more than 2009 BMW 635.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 635. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2009 BMW 635 (581 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Discovery. (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 635 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Discovery. 2009 BMW 635 has automatic transmission and 2008 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2008 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 635 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 635 | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 635 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
