2009 Land Rover LR2 vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Land Rover LR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Land Rover LR2 would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (227 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2010 BMW Z4. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW Z4.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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, 2010 BMW Z4 (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover LR2. (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover LR2. 2009 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover LR2 | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Land Rover | BMW |
| Model | LR2 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1791 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
