2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2002 BMW Z3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1308 kg more than 2002 BMW Z3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW Z3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Range Rover Sport (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z3. (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z3.
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2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
Make | Land Rover | BMW |
Model | Range Rover Sport | Z3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 51 L |