2009 BMW M3 vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. (385 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 762 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
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2009 BMW M3 | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | M3 | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 4197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 2572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 24.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |