2009 BMW 730 vs. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 BMW 730 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 BMW 730. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 580 kg more than 2009 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 730. (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 730.
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2009 BMW 730 | 2003 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 730 | Range Rover |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 2515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 100 L |