2009 BMW X3 vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 BMW X3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Range Rover. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 815 kg more than 2009 BMW X3.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X3. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X3. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW X3 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW X3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW X3 | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | X3 | Range Rover |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2926 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 104 L |