2009 BMW M5 vs. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 BMW M5. (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 754 kg more than 2009 BMW M5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M5. (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M5. 2009 BMW M5 has automatic transmission and 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has manual transmission. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW M5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW M5 | 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | M5 | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 625 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | (:1): 9. |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 2590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4783 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2158 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1784 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2745 mm |