2009 Land Rover LR2 vs. 2011 BMW 123
To start off, 2011 BMW 123 is newer by 2 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 25 more horse power than 2011 BMW 123. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 123.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 123. 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, 2011 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover LR2. (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover LR2.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover LR2 | 2011 BMW 123 | |
Make | Land Rover | BMW |
Model | LR2 | 123 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3192 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1748 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |