2009 BMW 635 vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 635. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 635 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2009 BMW 635. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 635. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 865 kg more than 2009 BMW 635. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 635. (581 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 635.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 635 | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 635 | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 581 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4783 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1788 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2743 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |