2009 Land Rover LR3 vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Land Rover LR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Land Rover LR3 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover LR3. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover LR3.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 650. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR3 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, 2012 BMW 650 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover LR3. (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover LR3. 2009 Land Rover LR3 has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 650 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 650 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover LR3 | 2012 BMW 650 | |
Make | Land Rover | BMW |
Model | LR3 | 650 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |