2009 BMW 650 vs. 2006 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Land Rover LR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Land Rover LR3 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover LR3. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover LR3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1076 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
Because 2006 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 650. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 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 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Land Rover LR3. (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Land Rover LR3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 2006 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 650 | LR3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 86 L |