2009 BMW M3 vs. 2005 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Defender. (180 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Defender.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender 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, 2005 Land Rover Defender (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 2005 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | M3 | Defender |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 3947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 93 L |