2009 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 BMW X5. (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X5.
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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X5. (475 Nm @ 3400 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 X5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW X5 | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | X5 | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 104 L |