2009 BMW M3 vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, both 2009 BMW M3 and 2009 Land Rover Range Rover were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover. (391 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1247 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2009 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (401 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW M3 | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | M3 | Range Rover |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 4197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 391 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 16.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |