2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 4,015 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (209 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (136 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1323 kg more than 2012 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 116. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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 Discovery (360 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Discovery | 2012 BMW 116 | |
Make | Land Rover | BMW |
Model | Discovery | 116 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4324 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 51 L |