2009 BMW M6 vs. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP) has 218 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Range Rover. (282 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 915 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
Because 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 BMW M6 (519 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Range Rover. (441 Nm). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | M6 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 282 HP |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
